Department Manager-Tufting / Warehouse

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is seeking a Department Manager in Tufting / Warehouse to lead a manufacturing operation, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

You will develop a leadership team, coach employees, drive Lean initiatives, collaborate with HR on talent, and participate in plant-wide leadership and strategic improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Manufacturing leadership experience, including supervisory, management, engineering, or operational leadership roles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage associates, leaders, and cross-functional partners at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence change, and drive operational performance.
• Flexibility to support operations across multiple shifts as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of department performance including Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost.
• Develop, coach, and support a leadership team consisting of Team Managers and Process Engineering resources.
• Conduct regular coaching and development discussions, ensuring growth plans are established and actively managed.
• Establish operational goals and lead initiatives that improve performance and deliver business results.
• Drive a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across the department.
• Partner with Human Resources on talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and succession planning.
• Ensure issues are resolved promptly and communicated effectively to all stakeholders.
• Champion associate engagement through regular communication forums, recognition programs, and feedback initiatives.
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, safety, environmental, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Participate in plant-wide leadership teams and strategic improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Flexibility across shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree preferred

Job description

Job Title Department Manager-Tufting / Warehouse Position Overview Lead People. Drive Performance. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.

At Shaw Industries, we're more than a flooring company. As a Berkshire Hathaway company, we combine the stability of a global industry leader with the innovation, investment, and growth opportunities that allow our associates to build meaningful careers.

What You'll Do

As Department Manager, you will provide leadership for a manufacturing operation, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products while developing a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of department performance, including Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost
• Develop, coach, and support a leadership team consisting of Team Managers and Process Engineering resources
• Conduct regular coaching and development discussions, ensuring growth plans are established and actively managed
• Establish operational goals and lead initiatives that improve performance and deliver business results
• Drive a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across the department
• Partner with Human Resources on talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and succession planning
• Ensure issues are resolved promptly and communicated effectively to all stakeholders
• Champion associate engagement through regular communication forums, recognition programs, and feedback initiatives
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, safety, environmental, and operational excellence initiatives
• Participate in plant-wide leadership teams and strategic improvement efforts

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Manufacturing leadership experience, including supervisory, management, engineering, or operational leadership roles
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage associates, leaders, and cross-functional partners at all levels
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence change, and drive operational performance
• Flexibility to support operations across multiple shifts as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience leading teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Carpet, flooring, textile, or related process manufacturing experience

What Makes You Successful

• Build and develop successful teams
• Drive results through accountability and execution
• Communicate with clarity and purpose
• Influence and inspire others
• Lead change in a dynamic manufacturing environment

The Impact You'll Make

This role is ideal for a manufacturing leader who wants to move beyond managing daily operations and help shape the future of a large-scale manufacturing business. You'll have the opportunity to lead leaders, develop talent, improve processes, and make a measurable impact on safety, quality, and operational performance.

Why Shaw?

Backed by the strength and stability of Berkshire Hathaway Industry‑leading manufacturer with a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence

Opportunity to lead a large manufacturing operation with significant visibility and impact

Strong focus on professional development and leadership growth

Collaborative culture that values safety, continuous improvement, and associate engagement

Competitive compensation and benefits package #ShawIND #LI-CL1

A history of success, a future of possibility

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. Learn more

Operational Excellence

Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world. Learn more

Award Winning

The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand‑in‑hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation. Learn more

We Sustain Human Ability

At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves 'how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?' Learn More

Community Partner

From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively. Learn More

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Work Shift 8 Hr non‑rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.