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Job Description

You'll be responsible for directing daily production activities, coaching frontline teams, and reinforcing a strong safety and performance culture.

Why This Role?

• Lead a high-impact production team in a modern manufacturing environment
• Strong focus on safety, leadership development, and continuous improvement
• Competitive pay, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits
• Long-term stability with room for growth into senior leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and execute daily production operations for assigned shifts
• Champion a safety-first culture by setting the standard and holding teams accountable
• Coach, develop, and mentor production teammates to drive performance and engagement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and cost
• Ensure production goals are met while maintaining high operational standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve departmental and divisional objectives

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing or high-volume production environment
• 1-3 years of demonstrated team leadership or supervisory experience
• Willingness to work a flexible or rotating schedule
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Associate degree or technical training in electrical, mechanical, or related disciplines
• Experience with industrial processes such as threading, welding, or galvanizing
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a continuous improvement focus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits: A Company That Supports You

• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401K with company match
• Profit sharing
• Pay-for-performance bonuses
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Stock program and scholarships

Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Production/Operations Manager to lead and optimize high-volume manufacturing operations. This role owns safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance while developing strong frontline leadership and driving continuous improvement across the operation.

The ideal candidate brings deep operational expertise, a safety-first mindset, and proven experience leading teams in complex industrial environments.

Why This Role?

• Senior leadership role with full ownership of production performance
• Competitive compensation with strong incentive upside
• High-impact position driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Stable, long-term manufacturing environment with growth opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Champion a safety-first culture and strong housekeeping standards
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety programs
• Lead by example and hold teams accountable for safe work practices

Operational Management

• Plan, organize, and manage production processes to meet schedules and customer demand
• Monitor line performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions
• Oversee preventive maintenance strategies and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime

Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality requirements
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues and protect product integrity

Cost & Resource Control

• Manage budgets, consumables, and operational costs
• Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve yields, and optimize energy usage

Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams
• Conduct performance reviews and support training and skill development
• Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement initiatives
• Use performance data and KPIs to improve reliability, efficiency, and throughput

Key Performance Metrics

• Safety incident rate
• Line uptime and throughput
• Quality compliance and defect reduction
• Cost per unit / waste reduction
• Team engagement and development
• Safety is a core value of this role. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• BSME, BSEE, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Strong operational knowledge in metal processing, coating, or heavy manufacturing environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production management systems
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Experience with galvanizing or metal coating operations
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AISC, or similar industry standards
• Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement experience
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Benefits: A Company That Supports You

• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401K with company match
• Profit sharing
• Pay-for-performance bonuses
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Stock program and scholarships

Job Description

Safety is the most important part of all jobs; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

The goal of the Operations Leadership Program is to learn all facets of our conduit business and to be qualified to apply and assume a supervisor role upon completion.

• 12-24 months of hands-on, in-depth, fast-paced training in both Louisville and Cedar Springs.
• Learn and be expected to model our "Safety First" Culture including OSHA and Safety programs.
• Exposed to all facets of the conduit manufacturing business including operations, commercial, supply chain, finance, HR, etc.
• Interact with various levels of corporate personnel, customers, vendors/suppliers, and teammates to resolve problems, and ensure steady delivery of products.
• Collaborate with other managers to plan and direct work of the organization.
• Identify trends and recommend proactive action to manage business situations.
• Work with and through management to develop and implement actions that protect company assets and profitability.
• Travel and be willing to relocate after program completion.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, operations, management, supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• Junior officer with proven experience in personnel management, mission planning, and operational execution and leading cross-functional teams
• Ability, willingness, and desire to work in a hands-on, manufacturing environment.
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.
• Willingness to travel during the program and relocate upon completion of program.
• Availability to work nights, weekends and a rotating schedule.
• Average 40-50 hours per week.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Proven leadership skills
  

Best Benefits in the Business

Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing

• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2625 for spouses
• Scholarship Program – Every child of a  teammate is eligible for $4000 per year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Job Description

Join our team and become a part of the leading nationwide provider of commercial food equipment service!

• You will work with customers to electrically/mechanically troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of commercial food equipment to include cooking, food preparation, ware washers, weigh wrap, baking and refrigeration.
• You will typically leave from home each morning and work with minimal direct supervision at customer sites.
• You will meet or surpass weekly productivity and customer-oriented goals while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the table:

• An accredited High School Diploma or GED and 4-6 years of similar electrical/mechanical experience
• You must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to drive multiple hours daily
• You should be able to work Overtime and On-Call as required
• You must be able to attend our industry leading training at our corporate headquarters in Troy, OH

Physical Demands & Work

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may:

• Lift up to 75 lbs with or without assistance
• Climb up to 10 ft with an A-frame ladder
• Occasional roof access may be necessary through extension ladders or fixed ladders greater than 20 feet
• Extensive walking 3-5 miles / day
• Extensive driving 5-6 hours/day
• Kneel, squat, bend, push/pull
• Move in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment
• Operate machinery and/or power tools
  

Working Conditions

• Office facility and customer facilities (including commercial kitchens of various types of businesses)
• Exposure to noise, heat, cold, slippery, wet dirty conditions may occur
• Travel requirement up to 50% of time
  

Hours of Work

• Normal business hours with occasional/frequent/extended hours as needed
• Flexibility with schedule to meet critical deadlines
• Extended hours may include nights and/or weekends
• Normal scheduled hours cover early mornings, evenings and/or weekends

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay
• Great insurance options with low premiums
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401K with company match
• Extensive on-the-job, online, and classroom training
• Service vehicle, uniforms, and safety equipment provided
• Safety-conscious work environment