What are the responsibilities and job description for the ARCHITECTURAL WOOD SHOP OPERATIONS MANAGER position at High Mesa Craftsman?
ARCHITECTURAL WOOD SHOP OPERATIONS MANAGER
Join High Mesa Craftsmen, a premier provider of high-quality custom cabinets, doors, and countertops, where the art of woodworking meets innovative design! We're actively seeking a full-time Architectural Wood Shop Operations Manager to lead our talented team in Olathe, CO.
With a competitive salary starting from $100,000 to $120,000/year, and an environment that nurtures creativity and craftsmanship, this is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to make your mark in the industry. We also offer great benefits such as:
- Bonus structure
- Simple IRA with company match
- PTO
- Minor medical plan with employer premium-sharing
- Paid holidays and vacations
- Moving expenses assistance
THE TYPE OF ARCHITECTURAL WOOD SHOP OPERATIONS MANAGER WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- At least 15 years of woodworking experience, including veneering and CNC work
- 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing
- Experience in leading a LEAN organization
- Familiarity with engineering software like CV and AutoCAD for manufacturing
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work within budget
- Focus on quality, rework, and on-time delivery
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once
- Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills
WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE OUR ARCHITECTURAL WOOD SHOP OPERATIONS MANAGER: This full-time position hands-on operates during standard business hours, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while leading a dynamic team of skilled craftsmen.
As the Architectural Wood Shop Operations Manager, your day will revolve around ensuring the smooth operation of the manufacturing process. You will oversee all aspects of production, ensuring that safety, quality, and efficiency are prioritized. Developing and managing production schedules to meet delivery deadlines while implementing LEAN manufacturing strategies to optimize labor, materials, and equipment usage will be key to your role. Throughout the day, you will train and coach your team members on millwork skills in fabricating custom cabinetry, fostering a culture rooted in collaboration and continuous improvement.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: In this role, you will oversee woodworking fabrication and finishing operations while working with Jason to establish delivery dates and job timeliness. You will also conduct site measurements to confirm accuracy and collaborate with the design team to create construction details in drawings. Reviewing plans and preparing them for construction will be a crucial part of your responsibilities, as will drawing kitchen and bath projects in Cabinet Vision and nesting parts for the CNC operator. You will also prepare cut lists for cabinet jobs, including fillers, crown, door lists, and drawer lists, while organizing and distributing work orders to maintain shop floor workflow. Additionally, you will design miscellaneous wood parts in Alpha Cam, create tool paths, and cut them on the CNC. Ordering materials such as sheet goods, lumber, and hardware, maintaining quality control over finished products, and troubleshooting equipment and project issues. Furthermore, you will communicate and collaborate with installers and provide hands-on assistance in the shop as needed.
ABOUT US: At High Mesa Craftsmen, we bring our clients' visions to life and turn their dream spaces into reality. We provide custom woodwork and stone surfacing for some of the most exquisite residential projects in our area. While we do handle some standard-type projects, we engage in many compelling designs with amazing details that are both challenging and rewarding. We emphasize quality over quantity here, so our clients can trust us to deliver results that meet and exceed their expectations.
While our work is amazing, what truly makes us shine is our fantastic team. We've built a great team to work with and learn from, and there's a true sense of camaraderie among our employees. Our company has an awesome atmosphere and an enjoyable work environment that makes people stick around. It doesn't hurt that we also offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. Join us and build a career you can be proud of!
If you're ready to elevate your woodworking career and make a significant impact at High Mesa Craftsmen, we invite you to take the first step! Our initial application takes just 3 minutes and is mobile-friendly. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shape the future of woodworking-apply now!
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000