Luxury Stone Production Manager | Scale & Quality

STONE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

STONE is a nationally recognized luxury stone design and manufacturing company based in Chicago, producing fireplace mantels, bathtubs, sinks, and custom architectural elements. We seek a Production Manager to lead a high‑volume, precision‑driven operation and scale our manufacturing capabilities.

You will drive end-to-end production, enforce quality standards for luxury products, and build a strong, hands‑on leadership team that can operate strategically and on the floor.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in manufacturing, construction, or stone-related production.
• Proven experience managing and scaling a production team.
• Strong understanding of concrete, precast, cast stone, or similar materials.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Physically capable of working in a hands‑on production setting when needed.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the full production cycle from mold to finished product.
• Build and maintain production schedules aligned with sales and delivery timelines.
• Drive operational efficiency, throughput, and on-time delivery.
• Establish and enforce systems, processes, and accountability across the floor.
• Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing production team.
• Set clear expectations, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Hold team members accountable while developing skillsets and craftsmanship.
• Create a disciplined, professional, and team-oriented culture.
• Enforce strict quality standards consistent with a luxury product.
• Implement and refine quality control systems across all stages of production.
• Ensure consistency in finish, structure, and overall product integrity.
• Take ownership of final product quality before shipment.
• Step into production when needed to support output and solve problems.
• Oversee and understand all aspects of: Casting and mold use; Assembly and finishing; Sanding and patching; Crating, packaging, and shipping logistics.
• Manage material usage, reduce waste, and improve cost efficiency.
• Oversee inventory levels and ordering of raw materials.
• Continuously improve workflow, layout, and production systems.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team management

Stone materials knowledge

Process improvement

Organizational skills

Under pressure

Hands-on production

Job description

STONE is a nationally recognized luxury stone design and manufacturing company based in Chicago, producing fireplace mantels, bathtubs, sinks, and custom architectural elements. We seek a Production Manager to lead a high‑volume, precision‑driven operation and scale our manufacturing capabilities.

You will drive end-to-end production, enforce quality standards for luxury products, and build a strong, hands‑on leadership team that can operate strategically and on the floor.