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Position Summary Periwinklers Architectural Millwork is seeking an experienced, hands-on Plant Foreman to lead the daily operations of our custom architectural woodworking facility. Reporting directly to the Owner, this position is responsible for supervising a team of approximately 10 employees while ensuring projects are produced safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the exceptional quality standards that define the Periwinklers brand. This is a leadership role for someone who enjoys building people, improving processes, and creating a highly organized manufacturing operation capable of supporting the company's growth from $2.5 million to $5 million in annual sales.

Primary Responsibilities Production Leadership

• Direct and oversee all daily shop operations.
• Develop and maintain weekly production schedules.
• Coordinate workflow between engineering, machining, assembly, sanding, finishing, shipping and Installation.
• Balance labor resources to meet production priorities and delivery commitments.
• Monitor production capacity and remove bottlenecks before they affect schedules. Team Leadership
• Supervise, coach, and develop approximately 10 shop employees.
• Assign daily work and establish clear priorities.
• Conduct weekly production meetings and daily shop huddles.
• Train and mentor employees while developing future shop leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Quality & Safety
• Maintain Periwinklers' reputation for outstanding craftsmanship.
• Ensure work meets company quality standards and applicable AWI standards.
• Minimize rework and warranty issues through proactive quality control.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workplace by enforcing OSHA requirements and company safety policies. Operational Excellence
• Improve workflow, labor efficiency, and production scheduling.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate preventive equipment maintenance and tooling requirements.
• Support inventory control and ensure materials are available when needed.
• Work closely with Ownership, Engineering, Estimating, Project Management, Purchasing, Finishing, and Installation to keep projects moving efficiently. --- Qualifications Required
• 10+ years of woodworking manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of architectural woodworking, cabinet construction, machining, veneering, assembly, sanding, and finishing.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings.
• Proven experience with production scheduling and workflow management.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred
• Experience with Innergy ERP software.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Microsoft Office proficiency. Leadership Qualities The successful candidate will be:
• A servant leader who develops people
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Calm under pressure
• Quality driven
• Fair, consistent, and accountable
• A strong communicator
• Positive, respectful, and team-oriented
• Committed to continuous improvement Key Performance Measures Success in this role will be measured by:
• 95% or better on-time delivery
• Improved labor productivity and schedule adherence
• Reduced rework, waste, and overtime
• Strong safety performance
• Weekly production meetings and effective communication
• Employee development and cross-training
• Shop organization and preventive maintenance
• Continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and support company growth First-Year Expectations During the first year, the Plant Foreman will:
• Establish disciplined production scheduling and weekly production meetings.
• Improve communication between engineering, production, finishing, and project management.
• Increase labor efficiency and reduce production bottlenecks.
• Develop a cross-trained, accountable shop team.
• Implement measurable process improvements throughout the operation.
• Help position Periwinklers for sustainable growth while maintaining exceptional quality and achieving the company's profitability goals. Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health benefits About Periwinklers Periwinklers is a premier architectural woodworking company dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship, innovative problem-solving, and outstanding customer service.

We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to creating a workplace where teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement drive long-term success.

Pay:

$32.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance

Work Location:

In person