Manufacturing Operations Lead for Inventory and Production

SELECT EVENT GROUP INC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SELECT EVENT GROUP INC is seeking a Manufacturing Manager in Laurel, MD to lead the Tent, Structure and Flooring division. You will oversee a production team, build systems to track output, and collaborate with VP, P&A and Operations to optimize inventory and profitability.

The role emphasizes planning, vendor negotiation, safety compliance, and cross-training. Strong CAD and lean manufacturing experience are valued in this hands-on leadership position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with vinyl welding processes (RF and hot-air).
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining vinyl welding equipment.
• Experience with industrial sewing equipment.
• Understanding of fabric cutting, patterning, and material handling.
• Lean manufacturing or 5 years experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management and accountability related to the manufacturing team.
• Meet production deadlines in collaboration with VP, P&A.
• Communicate with operations managers as items are completed and placed into inventory.
• Produce and maintain database of flame certs as items are completed.
• Build database of time and labor costs for each item produced.
• Build database of product specs utilizing internal CAD capabilities.
• Participate in production planning to ensure suitable workload.
• Work with vendors to receive favorable pricing for parts.
• Purchase materials in accordance with the budget and flag deviations.
• Labor forecasting and planning annually, quarterly, monthly.
• Meet or exceed labor targets and schedule crews.
• Cross-training of direct reports for succession planning.
• Evaluate personnel for job performance and development.
• Accident/incident reporting for vehicles/crew.
• Lead and supervise second shift production employees.
• Monitor daily production schedules and ensure on-time completion.
• Train, coach, and develop production team members.
• Maintain quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate workflow between cutting, vinyl welding, sewing, fabrication, finishing.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions.
• Track labor efficiency, productivity, and quality metrics.
• Assist with staffing, onboarding, and performance management.
• Support employee development and cross-training initiative.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

CAD

Lean manufacturing

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Vinyl welding equipment

Job description

SELECT EVENT GROUP INC is seeking a Manufacturing Manager in Laurel, MD to lead the Tent, Structure and Flooring division. You will oversee a production team, build systems to track output, and collaborate with VP, P&A and Operations to optimize inventory and profitability.

The role emphasizes planning, vendor negotiation, safety compliance, and cross-training. Strong CAD and lean manufacturing experience are valued in this hands-on leadership position.