Shop Floor Manager
Location: Pellston, Michigan
Company: Forgeon Solutions Inc. (formerly VTE)
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts (6:00 AM–4:30 PM) + potential Friday overtime
About Forgeon Solutions Inc.
Forgeon Solutions Inc. is a trusted name in the injection molding industry, known for delivering high-quality products with precision and reliability. Formerly operating as VTE, we’ve built a strong foundation of excellence and innovation. Our team of approximately 30 dedicated production professionals thrives in a culture that values accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Position Overview
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Shop Floor Manager to lead our production operations. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people management skills, a solid background in manufacturing, and the ability to drive performance through coaching, accountability, and lean manufacturing principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support ~30 production employees across multiple shifts
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
- Drive accountability for production goals, quality standards, attendance, and behavior
- Collaborate with upper management to align production targets with company objectives
- Manage scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation to meet deadlines
- Monitor and improve operational efficiency using lean and continuous improvement practices
- Communicate with raw material vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective supply
- Partner with customer service and sales to meet delivery expectations
- Conduct regular floor walks to identify and resolve issues in real time
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations
Skills Needed
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Effective coaching and conflict resolution abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and time management proficiency
- Vendor and customer relationship management
Knowledge Required
- Manufacturing operations, preferably in injection molding
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Production scheduling and resource planning
- Safety and compliance standards
- ERP or production tracking systems (preferred)
Ability to Implement
- Apply lean principles to improve workflow and reduce waste
- Build trust and accountability within teams
- Make sound decisions under pressure
- Adapt quickly to changing production demands
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and competency
- 100% employer-paid health insurance and HSA for employees
- Flexible paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Discretionary bonuses
Join Our Team
We are excited to welcome new talent to our team! If you are passionate about what you do and are looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We look forward to seeing how we can succeed together.
