Manager of Shop Operations, Nuclear

160 Reuter-Stokes, LLC; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company in the United States is seeking a Manager of Shop Operations – Nuclear to lead a manufacturing unit and deliver daily operating results with a focus on continuous improvement and safety. You will build a culture of standard work, employee empowerment, and compliance with quality requirements.

You will manage a team of ~20 direct reports, develop operating plans, and coordinate cross‑functional support to meet production targets and customer demand, while sponsoring improvements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field; or a high school diploma/GED with 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of three additional years of experience in operations or manufacturing management.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and operational priorities simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead a manufacturing unit with approximately $45 million in revenue and manage day‑to‑day operations to achieve defined safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost targets.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of ~20 direct reports, including chemists, production leaders, and manufacturing technicians.
• Own the employee lifecycle for direct reports, including hiring, onboarding, training and development, performance management, employee relations, and, when required, disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Develop and manage daily and weekly operating plans, production schedules, and priorities; revise plans in response to equipment failures, operating issues, and expedite requests.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, coordinate workflow, and balance multiple priorities to meet daily production targets and customer demand.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly operating meetings across functions and organizational levels.
• Develop and maintain a departmental cross‑training program; monitor employee qualifications and training to ensure compliance with quality policies.
• Prioritize and coordinate support from planning and buying, project engineering, technology engineering, quality engineering, inspection, and other functions to support production goals and improvements.
• Sponsor, monitor, and validate improvements to products, processes, drawings, standard operating procedures, and manufacturing procedures.
• Monitor non‑conformance reports (NCRs) to support material flow and short- and long‑term improvements in process performance and yield.
• Partner with the CBS manager to deploy CBS tools and best practices, including visual management and 6S.
• Collaborate with the technology function and manufacturing engineering on engineering change notice (ECN) execution, router creation, and implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field

5+ years manufacturing experience with 3+ years in management

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Crane (NYSE: CR) is a leading global provider of mission‑critical, highly engineered products and solutions, with differentiated technology, respected brands, and leadership positions in the Process Flow Technologies and Aerospace & Electronics markets. Today, Crane has approximately 7,000 associates in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, with 2024 net sales of more than $2 billion. Crane Company celebrated our 170th anniversary this year. With strict adherence to the Crane Business System (CBS), Crane is a highly process focused organization. CBS has been, and will continue to be, a critical driver of Crane's consistent execution and long‑term success, driving a performance‑based culture with a strong focus on accountability and results.

Unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. The R.T. Crane Resolution written when the company was founded in 1855 is the core upon which our business has been built, "I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness, to avoid all deception and trickery, to deal fairly with both customers and competitors, to be liberal and just towards employees and to put my whole mind on the business". Focus on philanthropy. Giving back to the communities in which we operate has been a core part of the Company’s identity for over a century, deeply rooted in the values of our founder, R.T.Crane. We believe that success comes with a responsibility to support both employees and the broader community – not just through financial contributions, but also through active engagement and volunteerism. Customer focus. Every day, Crane’s associates ensure that they are doing their utmost to solve their customer’s most critical process needs. With a high commitment to Quality and On‑Time Delivery, we leverage our innovative solutions to solve their most pressing needs. Driving profitable growth, for our customers… our associates… our communities… and our shareholders. A disciplined cadence of execution built on clear objectives and metrics, detailed action plans and a repeatable process to drive execution and profitable growth. Emphasis on continuous improvement in all that we do. We believe there is always an opportunity to become better, and we continuously strive to improve in all facets of our business, eliminating waste, variation, and overburden. Development of our people, who are process focused and thrive on executing strategy and profitable growth through a disciplined cadence of execution. Nothing that we accomplish can be achieved without our outstanding employees. They are an integral part of who we are, and we leverage our Intellectual Capital* (IC) process to foster their growth and development.

OPPORTUNITY

The Manager of Shop Operations – Nuclear reports to the site Plant Manager and leads a specific manufacturing unit. This role is responsible for delivering daily operating results while building a culture of continuous improvement, clear communication, standard work, employee empowerment, and compliance with safety and quality requirements.

• Lead a manufacturing unit with approximately $45 million in revenue and manage day‑to‑day operations to achieve defined safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost targets.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of ~20 direct reports, including chemists, production leaders, and manufacturing technicians.
• Own the employee lifecycle for direct reports, including hiring, onboarding, training and development, performance management, employee relations, and, when required, disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Develop and manage daily and weekly operating plans, production schedules, and priorities; revise plans in response to equipment failures, operating issues, and expedite requests.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, coordinate workflow, and balance multiple priorities to meet daily production targets and customer demand.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly operating meetings across functions and organizational levels.
• Develop and maintain a departmental cross‑training program; monitor employee qualifications and training to ensure compliance with quality policies.
• Prioritize and coordinate support from planning and buying, project engineering, technology engineering, quality engineering, inspection, and other functions to support production goals and improvements.
• Sponsor, monitor, and validate improvements to products, processes, drawings, standard operating procedures, and manufacturing procedures.
• Monitor non‑conformance reports (NCRs) to support material flow and short- and long‑term improvements in process performance and yield.
• Partner with the CBS manager to deploy CBS tools and best practices, including visual management and 6S.
• Collaborate with the technology function and manufacturing engineering on engineering change notice (ECN) execution, router creation, and implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least five years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of three additional years of experience in operations or manufacturing management.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and operational priorities simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong manufacturing and process background.
• Experience building a culture of trust, teamwork, accountability, and employee development.
• Background in machining, welding, and soldering.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of SAP business systems.

Leadership Characteristics

• Safety‑first mindset and visible commitment to quality and compliance.
• Leads through clear expectations, standard work, coaching, and consistent follow‑through.
• Uses data and structured problem solving to identify issues and implement sustainable countermeasures.
• Collaborates effectively across manufacturing, engineering, quality, planning, inspection, and technology teams.
• Demonstrates attention to detail while maintaining focus on overall business and customer outcomes.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful.

Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non‑cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance‑based bonus programs for certain positions.

Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on‑the‑job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs.

We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.