What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at New Energy Works?
Job Title: Operations Manager - Wood Manufacturing Facility
Why Join Us?
At New Energy Works, we’re more than a company—we’re a community of craftspeople, designers, and innovators committed to sustainability. As a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company, our team members share in our success and actively shape our future.
What We Offer:
- Employee Ownership & Profit Sharing – Your contributions matter, and we reward success.
- Comprehensive Benefits – 70% company-paid medical, 50% dental & vision, 4% 401(k) match, paid holidays, PTO, and employer-paid life insurance.
- Wellness & Safety Perks – Safety gear reimbursements, energy-efficient vehicle incentives, and voluntary benefits like pet insurance.
- Commitment to Craftsmanship & Sustainability – Work with reclaimed and responsibly sourced materials while contributing to a better-built environment.
- Inclusive, People-First Culture – We embrace diversity and believe great ideas come from different perspectives.
Overview: The Operations Manager is a key management position responsible for overseeing daily operations, profitability, and growth of this division at New Energy Works / Sockeye. We have recently invested in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility (The Beamery) and automated CNC machinery for timber processing here in McMinnville, OR. This position ensures a smooth workflow of timber frame projects through our system while managing Project Engineers and a team of craftspeople, ensuring quality control and on time delivery.
Primary Responsibilities
Timber Frame Division Management:
- Supervise Project Engineers/Managers and Project Champions in decision-making for field requirements, including manpower, scheduling, equipment, and shipping logistics.
- Maintain production schedules within the timber frame shop and ensure staffing, hiring, quality control and safety.
- Ensure final quality control of completed projects and uphold safety standards.
- Coordinate and manage project engineering processes within the division.
- Work shoulder to shoulder with an outstanding group of craftspeople while motivating, guiding and inspiring them to create exception work.
Operations Management:
- Oversee Project Managers, Production Managers, Logistics Managers, and Timber Frame Champions.
- Develop and maintain operational procedures and ensure departmental efficiency.
- Lead and mentor employees while holding them accountable to company standards.
- Manage and optimize budgets, ensuring financial objectives align with company goals.
- Oversee personnel and resource planning to ensure proper staffing and equipment availability.
- Maintain project timelines and adherence to contractual deadlines.
- Interface with clients, partners, and subcontractors professionally and effectively.
- Implement and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong decision-making, collaboration, and delegation skills.
- Experience in wood manufacturing or construction industry.
- Ability to read and interpret financial plans including P&L, WIP and other key financial documents.
- Proven leadership experience in managing multiple departments.
- Staff management of 25 people include 5-8 direct reports.
- Strong understanding of operational processes, project management, and budgeting.
- Experience in logistics coordination and material procurement.
This role is ideal for an individual with strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of timber frame construction and operational management. If you have a passion for sustainable craftsmanship and team development, we invite you to apply and join our mission of building better structures for people and the planet.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000
