Prototype Shop Lead - People, Process & Prototyping

Acuity Inc.; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Brands Lighting is seeking a Model Shop Manager to lead daily Model Shop operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will oversee Model Makers, maintain equipment, and collaborate with engineering and operations to support business objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, and data-driven performance using Power Platform and BI tools to track KPIs and enhance prototyping throughput.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a model shop or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Knowledge of material storage and disposal regulations.
• Proficiency with Power Platform and data analytics.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Experience with risk assessments and business continuity planning.

Responsibilities

• Interview and hire Model Maker candidates using standardized processes.
• Define role requirements, training plans, and development goals.
• Monitor employee progress and performance against priorities.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage compensation planning.
• Maintain documentation and compliance logs.
• Develop supplier qualification and cost/delivery optimization.
• Coordinate sourcing, legal, and facilities for equipment acquisition.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Power Platform

BI tools

Communication

Organization

Risk assessment

Business continuity

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS CSWA

CNC programming certification

Additive manufacturing

Job description

Acuity Brands Lighting is seeking a Model Shop Manager to lead daily Model Shop operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will oversee Model Makers, maintain equipment, and collaborate with engineering and operations to support business objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, and data-driven performance using Power Platform and BI tools to track KPIs and enhance prototyping throughput.