Operations Leader

Valley Cabinet Inc; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Onsite nurse

Job summary

Valley Cabinet Inc. is seeking an Operations Leader in De Pere, WI to oversee daily manufacturing activities within the custom assembly department. You will guide a team to meet quality, safety and efficiency targets, manage workflows, train staff and ensure on-time product delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication to drive production success in a family-owned environment that values craftsmanship and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or industrial experience with prior leadership.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing work in a defined area and guide a team to meet quality, safety and efficiency targets.
• Manage area workflows, train staff, monitor processes and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure schedules and procedures are followed for timely product delivery.
• Lead teams, monitor KPIs, coordinate logistics and manage inventory.
• Enforce safety and quality standards and provide regular performance feedback.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Operations Leader

Leader: Divisional Operations Leader

Location: De Pere, WI

At Valley Cabinet Inc., craftsmanship is a tradition. As a family-owned company, we build high-quality custom wood cabinetry in a modern manufacturing facility where teamwork and quality come first.

We’re looking for a motivated Operations Leader to join our team within our custom assembly department.

If you're a motivated leader with a passion for teamwork, quality, and driving production success, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the Valley Cabinet team as an Operations Leader and help lead a team committed to craftsmanship and excellence.

Why Join Valley Cabinet?

At Valley Cabinet, we believe great employees deserve great benefits. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Career Growth Opportunities - Build a long-term career with advancement potential
• Potential Pay Increases During Your First Year
• Bonuses, Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Onsite Nurse for Added Convenience & Support

Join a company that invests in its people and values the work you do every day.

Additional Pay Opportunities:

Pay raise opportunity at 12 months of employment

Work Schedules:

Standard Hours

1st Shift: Monday--Thursday: 5:30am -- 3:00pm & Friday: 5:30am -- Noon

Job Summary:

The Operations Leader oversees daily manufacturing work in a specified area, guiding a team to meet quality, safety, and efficiency targets by managing area workflows, training staff, monitoring processes, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring schedules and procedures are followed for timely product delivery. Key duties involve leading teams, monitoring KPIs, coordinating logistics, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential Functions:

Production & Operations Management:

• Coordinate daily production activities and workflow.
• Adjust schedules and assign staff to optimal positions for efficiency.
• Monitor equipment, detect malfunctions, and report issues to maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to production quotas, quality standards, and procedures.

Team Leadership & Training:

• Assign daily tasks, managing shift handovers, and providing real-time feedback to staff.
• Direct, instruct, and assign work to production team members.
• Train new and existing employees on SOPs, processes, and safety.
• Monitor attendance, breaks, and provide performance feedback.
• Provide regular performance reviews.
• Onboarding and mentoring new hires on machinery, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.

Technical Support:

• Troubleshoot production delays, performing minor technical corrections on machinery, and coordinating with maintenance teams.

Quality & Safety:

• Monitor products and processes to maintain established quality standards and identify root causes for defects.
• Enforce strict safety protocols and a clean work environment.
• Conduct quality checks, identify defects, and assist with investigations.
• Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and material supply.

Reporting & Improvement:

• Track production metrics (efficiency, quality) and report to management.
• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend changes.
• Communicate effectively with leaders and other departments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, potentially rotating shift environment.

Education and Experience:

Education: A high school diploma or GED.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with prior leadership experience preferred.

Competencies:

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.