Shop Manager - Manufacturing Industry

About the role

Founded in 1900, our PennDrill Manufacturing division in Winchester, VA, manufactures high-end grout mixers, pumps, and silos for the heavy foundation and other construction industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on direction, guidance, training and supervision on the shop floor to subordinate employees.
• Oversee dispatch/logistics functions to ensure efficient operation of the department.
• Supervise and coordinate all activities related to the manufacturing process and procedures.
• Provide timely support to address any customer service needs.
• Ensure that all company paperwork is completed timely, accurately and in accordance with Company requirements.
• Identify and implement procedural changes that improve the department's overall performance.
• Confer with management to discuss operational challenges, issues and opportunities.
• Support the individual department heads in maintaining the Company’s equipment manuals to provide technical specifications to clients and employees, as required.
• Participate in hiring, promotion, transfer and discharge process This includes, but is not limited to direct employee training and cross-training of new, existing employees and interns.
• Prepare and conduct coaching and counseling sessions and disciplinary discussions and/or letters in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
• Participate in the annual evaluation of subordinate employees in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
• Educate, comply and enforce all Safety procedures.
• Technical knowledge of machinery and equipment used in the shop and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine-related issues.
• Able to interpret blueprints and technical diagrams, ensuring accuracy and consistency in production output.
• Proficient in quality control procedures and understanding of lean manufacturing principles to improve production efficiency and reduce wastage.
• Ability to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with the workforce, fostering a productive and positive working environment.
• Strong managerial skills to oversee the daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring that all tasks are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Strong communication skills to effectively discuss job priorities, safety protocols, and shop policies with staff members, and to liaise with suppliers and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• Proven ability to manage a team and develop employees.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Technical knowledge of machinery and equipment.
• Quality control and lean manufacturing principles.
• Safety regulations and procedures.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
• Competitive health, dental and vision insurace.
• Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401K with Company Match.
• Paid Holidays.