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<div>At NE Millworks we manufacture high-quality cabinetry using advanced CNC technology and automated workflows. We are seeking a hands-on, high-energy Plant Manager to run our production facility. If you are a manufacturing leader who understands the mechanics of woodworking, the power of Cabinet Vision automation, and the discipline of Lean manufacturing, we want you on our team.
As the Plant Manager/Shop Foreman, you are the heartbeat of our manufacturing operation. You will lead the plant floor and engineering team, oversee purchasing and vendor negotiations, and ensure that every project is engineered accurately and produced efficiently. You will have direct accountability for the manufacturing costs and operational efficiencies that dictate project profitability.
The Plant Manager is responsible for day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, including detailing/engineering, purchasing, CNC machining, assembly, finishing, and shipping. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing efficiencies, ensuring 100% drawing accuracy, negotiating raw material pricing, and managing the production lifecycle of every project from start to finish.
What We Offer<ul><li>
Competitive base salary with a performance-based bonus tied to plant efficiencies and KPIs.</li><li>
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match).</li><li>
Paid time off and holidays.</li><li>
A well-equipped facility with automated CNC machinery and a dedicated workforce.</li></ul>
Responsibilities
1. Manufacturing Efficiencies &amp; Floor Leadership<ul><li>
Daily Operations: Schedule and oversee all plant production activities to ensure daily throughput targets and project deadlines are met.</li><li>
Lean Execution: Implement and maintain Lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, setup reduction) to minimize waste, optimize material yield, and reduce cycle times.</li><li>
Labor Management: Manage labor allocation, cross-train employees, and build a culture focused on safety, quality, and high morale.</li></ul>
2. Engineering Accuracy &amp; Cabinet Vision Workflow<ul><li>
Drawing Verification: Oversee the drafting/detailing department to ensure all shop drawings are 100% accurate, field-verified, and aligned with architectural specs before production.</li><li>
Screen-to-Machine (S2M): Ensure seamless integration of Cabinet Vision with CNC routers, nested-base lines, and edge-banders to eliminate programming or machining errors on the floor.</li></ul>
3. Procurement, Purchasing &amp; Vendor Negotiation<ul><li>
Material Sourcing: Manage the procurement of sheet goods, hardwoods, hardware, laminates, and finishing supplies.</li><li>
Price Negotiation: Proactively negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, volume discounts, and favorable terms to lower the cost of goods sold (COGS).</li><li>
Inventory Control: Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent production delays while minimizing excess inventory costs.</li></ul>
4. Project Management &amp; Manufacturing P&amp;L<ul><li>
Cradle-to-Grave Execution: Track each project through the shop floor from the moment submittals are approved to final loading on the delivery truck.</li><li>
Job Costing Accountability: Monitor material yields and direct labor hours for each project to ensure manufacturing costs stay strictly within budgeted margins.</li></ul><ul><li>
Experience: 5+ years of plant management or supervisory experience specifically within a cabinetry, architectural millwork, or furniture manufacturing facility.</li><li>
Software Mastery: Strong operational knowledge of Cabinet Vision is required to effectively manage the engineering-to-production data flow.</li><li>
Equipment Knowledge: Deep understanding of automated woodworking machinery (CNC routers, edge-banders, automated boring machines, spray booths).</li><li>
Education: Degree in Wood Technology, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.</li></ul>
NE Millworks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NE Millworks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employees/owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (Le., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).</div>

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