Production Manager – Luxury Retail Build-Out & High-End Residential Millwork Millwork Recruiting Source is leading the search for an innovative and hands-on Production Manager for a growing, privately-owned business specializing in luxury retail build-outs and high-end residential millwork.
This is an exciting growth opportunity to join a dynamic team where you will be responsible for running a medium-sized custom shop and working closely with the owners.
Key Responsibilities: Shop Leadership: Manage day-to-day operations on the shop floor, ensuring production schedules are met and ship dates are maintained.Hands-On Expertise: Step in to assist with shop tasks when necessary, from problem-solving to hands-on support.Collaboration: Communicate effectively with drafters and engineers who use Rhino for engineering and RhinoCAM for CNC operations.Machinery Oversight: Manage the operation of 3, 3-axis CNC machines, and prepare for the acquisition of a 5-axis CNC machine in 2025.Process Improvement: Contribute to decisions on machinery, automation, and overall shop efficiency, with the ability to weigh in on upgrades and layout optimization.Custom Millwork Production: Oversee 12 custom cabinet makers and a finishing lead with two assistants, ensuring the highest quality standards are met.Adaptability: Embrace new technologies and be forward-thinking in adapting to shop needs, production methods, and emerging industry trends. Qualifications: Proven experience managing a medium-sized custom retail fixture or architectural millwork shop.Strong understanding of engineering, drafting, and the limitations of what can be built.Familiarity with Innergy ERP is highly desirable.Expertise in shop setup, layout, and production flow improvements.Experience in or the ability to learn and influence CNC operations.Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a growing team.A passion for technology and innovation in manufacturing processes. This is a critical role, second in importance only to the owners, offering the opportunity to grow with the company and influence its future direction.
If you are a forward-thinking leader with a hands-on approach to shop management, this is the role for you.
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