Manager, Shop Operations - Motion Solutions

Motion & Flow Control Products, Inc.; Eugene, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Solutions invites applications for a Manager, Shop Operations role in Eugene, Oregon. The position leads daily shop activities including remanufacturing, repair, and light manufacturing, ensuring safety and customer-aligned results.

Close collaboration with Customer Service, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Branch Leadership is required to drive service quality and continuous improvement. Salary ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 per year, DOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework preferred.
• Experience supervising or leading day-to-day shop activities preferred.
• Ability to read hydraulic or electrical schematics and job specs.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily flow of work through the shop based on project requirements and resource availability.
• Lead daily production planning with Project Management and Engineering to set priorities and schedules.
• Coordinate with customers and shop staff to resolve issues and maintain service levels.
• Monitor performance, productivity, quality, and safety; drive process improvements.
• Supervise and develop shop employees, providing direction and addressing routine issues.
• Track progress and maintain documentation; assist with equipment maintenance and budget activities.
• Ensure compliance with policies and safety requirements; maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Perform other duties to support shop operations and customer commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Shop ops

Safety awareness

Scheduling

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Manager, Shop Operations - Motion Solutions

Job Category: COE Leadership

Requisition Number: MANAG002430

Full-time

Description

Leads the day-to-day operations of the Motion Solutions shop, overseeing remanufacturing, repair, and light manufacturing activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations. This role coordinates workflow, assigns priorities, monitors performance, and resolves routine operational issues within established processes and policies. Working closely with Customer Service, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Branch Leadership, the manager supports execution of shop objectives, drives service quality, and contributes to continuous improvement across the operation.

Salary: $70K - $90K Annually | DOE

Primary Duties

• Manage and coordinate the daily flow of work through the shop, assigning work based on project requirements, technician skill, and resource availability.
• Lead daily production planning with Project Management, Engineering, and other partners to establish priorities, maintain schedules, and ensure timely completion of customer work.
• Serve as a key point of coordination between shop employees and internal or external customers to resolve issues, communicate status, and support a high level of service.
• Monitor shop performance, productivity, quality, and safety expectations; recommend and implement process improvements within established guidelines.
• Supervise, train, and develop shop employees, including providing day-to-day direction, addressing routine performance or personnel issues, and partnering with branch leadership and Human Resources as needed.
• Support department goals by tracking work progress, maintaining required documentation, and helping manage equipment maintenance, shop resources, and budget-related activities within assigned scope.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and safety requirements, including maintaining a clean and organized work environment and delivering required safety training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support shop operations, customer commitments, and business needs.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Education and Work Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree, technical training, or coursework in manufacturing, industrial operations, maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Typically requires progressive experience in shop, service, manufacturing, or repair operations, including experience coordinating work, guiding employees, or leading day-to-day activities.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate practical knowledge of shop operations, workflow scheduling, safety practices, and customer service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of shop operations, repair or manufacturing processes, and standard safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic or electrical schematics, drawings, and job specifications related to the shop’s work.
• Ability to apply established policies, procedures, and operational guidelines to resolve day-to-day issues and keep work progressing on schedule.
• Strong communication, team leadership, and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and with a wide range of employees and customers.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate resources, monitor performance, and support employees in meeting quality, productivity, and service expectations.
• Basic knowledge of shop tools, equipment, and machinery used in the work area, along with the ability to maintain equipment and company assets responsibly.
• Ability to complete required training and develop working knowledge of MFCP products, services, and the industries served.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The essential functions of this position will require the employee to perform the following physical activities:

• Work environment may vary including warehouse containing moving equipment, fluctuating temperature and inventory in various storage arrangements, office work, manufacturing, machine shops, agricultural operations, and any other specific business operations of current or potential customers.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Combination of stooping, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, constantly walking/standing on cement flooring, and climbing ladders as needed.
• The physical demands and work environment reflected are representative of those encountered by employees when performing the essential job functions.
• Must be physically present in the office to perform her job functions.
• Ability to travel up to 10% by land or air transportation.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Additional Information

MFCP Participates in E-Verify

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law."

Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen, and DMV record review, along with reference checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.