Shop Operations Leader - Custom Fabrication

KOCH Finishing Systems; Caledonia (MI); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Koch Finishing Systems in Caledonia, MI is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our job shop where we fabricate custom automated plating and anodizing equipment. You will own project scheduling, budgets, and day-to-day execution from kickoff through delivery.

This hands-on leadership role requires managing multiple projects, ensuring safety and quality, and growing the team. You will partner with Engineering, oversee material planning, and drive Lean improvements across the shop.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering/manufacturing.
• 8–10 years in fabrication/manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong budgeting and scheduling skills.

Responsabilidades

• Own project scheduling and execution across fabrication projects.
• Lead and manage Manufacturing team performance.
• Review engineering drawings and order materials to stay on schedule.
• Develop and manage labor and material budgets with forecasting.
• Champion safety and OSHA compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve fabrication issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in shop processes and layout.
• Inform General Manager about schedules, risks, and issues.
• Manage manufacturing capacity and planning.
• Lead weekly shipping schedule meetings and communicate delays.
• Maintain welding compliance with AWS codes.
• Champion ERP system accuracy.
• Manage inventory levels and Lean initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Project scheduling

Budgeting

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Safety compliance

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent

Ferramentas

ERP system

Engineering drawings

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Koch Finishing Systems in Caledonia, MI is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our job shop where we fabricate custom automated plating and anodizing equipment. You will own project scheduling, budgets, and day-to-day execution from kickoff through delivery.

This hands-on leadership role requires managing multiple projects, ensuring safety and quality, and growing the team. You will partner with Engineering, oversee material planning, and drive Lean improvements across the shop.