What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Modular | Manufacturing Operations Development Manager position at Palm Venture Studios?
About Us
Community Modular QOZB, LLC is a Certified B Corporation committed to creating scalable, sustainable, and impact-driven solutions for modular manufacturing. Our mission is to support the development of affordable housing through innovative, high-quality, and efficient manufacturing practices. We partner with factories to establish operations that align with industry best practices, sustainability goals, and workforce empowerment. At our core, we foster an environment that reflects our values of equity, continuous improvement, and collaboration—ensuring that our purpose, mission, and vision guide every aspect of our work.
Position Overview
The Manufacturing Operations Development Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for modular manufacturing. This role will provide training and ongoing support to factory partners, ensuring adherence to best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency. Additionally, the position will oversee key operational initiatives, including the development and management of national supplier relationships.
Note that, while based in Boise, this position requires travel.
Key Responsibilities
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Development & Implementation
Why join us?
Community Modular QOZB, LLC is a Certified B Corporation committed to creating scalable, sustainable, and impact-driven solutions for modular manufacturing. Our mission is to support the development of affordable housing through innovative, high-quality, and efficient manufacturing practices. We partner with factories to establish operations that align with industry best practices, sustainability goals, and workforce empowerment. At our core, we foster an environment that reflects our values of equity, continuous improvement, and collaboration—ensuring that our purpose, mission, and vision guide every aspect of our work.
Position Overview
The Manufacturing Operations Development Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for modular manufacturing. This role will provide training and ongoing support to factory partners, ensuring adherence to best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency. Additionally, the position will oversee key operational initiatives, including the development and management of national supplier relationships.
Note that, while based in Boise, this position requires travel.
Key Responsibilities
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Development & Implementation
- Evaluate, update, and standardize modular manufacturing SOPs to align with industry best practices
- Train factory partners on SOP implementation, ensuring consistency and compliance
- Conduct periodic assessments and audits to ensure adherence to SOPs and recommend improvements
- Incorporate social and environmental performance metrics into manufacturing SOPs, ensuring alignment with B-Corp standards and sustainability best practices
- Develop and deliver training programs for factory partners to enhance operational effectiveness
- Provide on-site and remote support to address challenges in production workflows, safety, and quality control
- Liaise between factory partners and internal teams to facilitate knowledge sharing and process optimization
- Establish training programs that emphasize ethical labor practices, workforce development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
- Support operational deliverables related to factory start-up, production scaling, and continuous improvement
- Develop and maintain relationships with national suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, quality standards, and reliable supply chains
- Collaborate with procurement teams and factory partners to optimize sourcing strategies and material availability
- Monitor industry trends and innovations to recommend improvements in materials, processes, and equipment
- Work with factory partners to implement waste reduction strategies, energy efficiency improvements, and responsible sourcing of materials.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess and enhance the environmental and social impact of manufacturing operations
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in modular or offsite construction
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and quality control
- Experience developing and implementing SOPs in a production environment
- Ability to train and support diverse teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
- Willingness to travel to factory locations as needed
- Experience in supplier management and procurement
- Knowledge of modular construction methodologies and industry regulations
- Experience working with early-stage manufacturing operations or factory start-ups
Why join us?
- Opportunity to play a key role in scaling sustainable, impact-driven modular manufacturing
- Work with a dynamic team committed to creating innovative housing solutions
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Professional development and growth opportunities in a fast-evolving industry
