Shop Manager

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee the entire production process and departments to meet daily production targets and achieve timelines and deadlines.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize plant efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Manage and allocate resources effectively, including labor, materials, and equipment, to optimize production efficiency to meet timelines.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and other improvement and efficiency methodologies.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve operational targets and objectives.
• Establish and maintain quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
• Prepare regular reports on production output, efficiency, safety, and other relevant metrics for management review.
• Implement and enforce safety guidelines, ensuring a safe working environment for all production employees, taking appropriate actions to prevent accidents and incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, and purchasing, to align operational strategies with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• In-depth knowledge of how to help an organization scale properly while experiencing significant growth.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and developing teams, fostering a positive work culture, and driving operational excellence.