Operations Leader

Valley Cabinet Inc • De Pere, WI

19h • Onsite

About The Position

At Valley Cabinet Inc., craftsmanship is a tradition. As a family-owned company, we build high-quality custom wood cabinetry in a modern manufacturing facility where teamwork and quality come first. We’re looking for a motivated Operations Leader to join our team within our custom assembly department. If you're a motivated leader with a passion for teamwork, quality, and driving production success, we'd love to hear from you. Join the Valley Cabinet team as an Operations Leader and help lead a team committed to craftsmanship and excellence. Apply today!

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Prior leadership experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, potentially rotating shift environment.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, and walk for 8+ hours without assistance.
• Bend, Squat, Climb, Grasp, Reach, Lift or otherwise move about frequently and for extended periods of time.
• Walk, stand or otherwise move about continuously.
• Hearing and vision to normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily manufacturing work in a specified area, guiding a team to meet quality, safety, and efficiency targets by managing area workflows, training staff, monitoring processes, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring schedules and procedures are followed for timely product delivery.
• Leads teams, monitors KPIs, coordinates logistics, manages inventory, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinates daily production activities and workflow.
• Adjusts schedules and assigns staff to optimal positions for efficiency.
• Monitors equipment, detects malfunctions, and reports issues to maintenance.
• Ensures adherence to production quotas, quality standards, and procedures.
• Assigns daily tasks, managing shift handovers, and providing real-time feedback to staff.
• Directs, instructs, and assigns work to production team members.
• Trains new and existing employees on SOPs, processes, and safety.
• Monitors attendance, breaks, and provides performance feedback.
• Provides regular performance reviews.
• Onboards and mentors new hires on machinery, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoots production delays, performing minor technical corrections on machinery, and coordinating with maintenance teams.
• Monitors products and processes to maintain established quality standards and identifies root causes for defects.
• Enforces strict safety protocols and a clean work environment.
• Conducts quality checks, identifies defects, and assists with investigations.
• Ensures proper packaging, labeling, and material supply.
• Tracks production metrics (efficiency, quality) and reports to management.
• Identifies areas for process improvement and recommends changes.
• Communicates effectively with leaders and other departments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package — Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Career Growth Opportunities — Build a long-term career with advancement potential
• Potential Pay Increases During Your First Year
• Bonuses, Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Onsite Nurse for Added Convenience & Support
• Pay raise opportunity at 12 months of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED