Millwork & Assembly Operations Lead

Nationwide Fabrication, Inc.; Northglenn, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Nationwide Fab in Northglenn, CO is seeking an experienced production supervisor to oversee the day-to-day millwork and final assembly of custom stainless steel food service equipment. You will lead production, scheduling, quality control, materials handling, and safety programs, coordinating with project managers and electricians to meet deadlines.

The role requires strong leadership, problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high craftsmanship and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in woodworking, manufacturing, construction management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory or shop-management and production experience preferred.
• Experience with CNC equipment and woodworking machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage daily shop operations.
• Schedule production activities to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Monitor workflow, labor utilization, and shop productivity.
• Coordinate with project managers, estimators.
• Manage installation teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Coordinate packing, delivery, and installation requirements as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure all millwork products meet company quality standards and specifications.
• Review shop drawings, production documents, and project requirements.
• Conduct inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of shop equipment and machinery.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs.
• Manage shop tools, inventory, and material handling systems.
• Assign work based on employee skills, workload, equipment availability, and project priorities.
• Maintain high standards for craftsmanship, accuracy, fit, finish, and overall product quality.
• Inspect work throughout the production process and address quality issues promptly.
• Manage material purchasing, inventory, hardware, consumables, and shop supplies.
• Coordinate CNC, cutting, machining, assembly, sanding, finishing, and packaging operations.
• Monitor labor hours and material usage to improve efficiency and control costs.
• Track inventory levels for lumber, sheet goods, hardware, and supplies.
• Coordinate material procurement with purchasing personnel.
• Minimize material waste and manage inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate and oversee product shipping.
• Supervise, train, and mentor shop personnel, including lead craftsmen, machine operators, and assemblers.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching.
• Manage staffing requirements, scheduling, and employee development.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Enforce company safety policies.
• Conduct safety meetings and training.
• Ensure proper machine operation and use of PPE.
• Ensure materials are available to support production schedules
• Maintains reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, dependable, and flexible to potential schedule changes to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Executes each essential duty satisfactorily to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follows all department quality standards/criteria. Raises concerns and issues to management.
• Understands department’s key performance indicators (KPIs) and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.
• Other duties as needed or required.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Quality control

OSHA compliance

ERP

CAD

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

CNC equipment

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Nationwide Fab in Northglenn, CO is seeking an experienced production supervisor to oversee the day-to-day millwork and final assembly of custom stainless steel food service equipment. You will lead production, scheduling, quality control, materials handling, and safety programs, coordinating with project managers and electricians to meet deadlines.

The role requires strong leadership, problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high craftsmanship and