Hands-On Operations Lead — Cabinet Manufacturing & Installations

Closet Factory; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Closet Factory in Houston is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our cabinet manufacturing operation from pre-production through installation. You will drive efficiency, quality, accountability, and customer satisfaction while building the systems and processes needed to support company growth.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a track record of improving shop workflow, and a focus on delivering projects on time and to the highest quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing pre-production, production, and installation operations.
• Strong understanding of cabinet manufacturing processes, shop workflow, and installation.
• Experience building and implementing operational systems, workflows, and team accountability measures.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Cutrite, CNC equipment, panel saws, edge banders, and related machinery required

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of operations, including pre-production, production, and installation.
• Lead and manage shop employees, production teams, and installation crews.
• Develop and implement processes, systems, SOPs, and KPIs to improve efficiency and accountability.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and cutlists to ensure production readiness.
• Coordinate scheduling, materials, labor, and project timelines.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout manufacturing and installation.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, sales, and production teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Resolve production, installation, and customer service issues as they arise.
• Oversee shop equipment, tools, vehicles, and facility operations.

Skills

Ops management

Pre-production

Production management

Installation management

Process improvement

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Cutrite

CNC equipment

Panel saws

Edge banders

Job description

Closet Factory in Houston is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our cabinet manufacturing operation from pre-production through installation. You will drive efficiency, quality, accountability, and customer satisfaction while building the systems and processes needed to support company growth.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a track record of improving shop workflow, and a focus on delivering projects on time and to the highest quality standards.