Shop Manager of custom architectural metal and wood fab

About KMD:

Kyle Minor Design is a custom design and fabrication shop taking on a huge variety of architectural-scale projects from high-end residential staircases to commercial office environments and everything in between.

Job Overview:

We’re looking for a shop manager to lead our skilled team of fabricators and oversee all aspects of building and installing our projects. We need someone who thrives at running a fabrication shop and taking on a huge variety of architectural-scale projects from multi-year residences to quick turnaround prototypes and everything in between.

The ideal candidate has:

8+ years of experience in woodworking and metalworking and comfort with all aspects from start to finish: pre-assembly, assembly, finishing/detailing and installation.

Experience working closely with architects, designers, and general contractors

Experience building in both shop and jobsite environments

The ability to manage a team and has multiple years of experience doing so

An eye for detail and the skill to execute

A positive, focused, energetic and flexible attitude

Stellar communication skills

A curious mind and an interest in taking on complex projects

Shop Manager Responsibilities (abbreviated):

Manage fabrication employees and subcontractors

Lead the fabrication, finish, delivery and installation of all projects

Manage schedule, budget and quality control of all projects

Assist with estimating

Order materials and manage flow in and out of shop

Identify and schedule repairs/maintenance for shop tools and equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ years experience working in a shop environment building architectural, furniture, or sculptural work.

Exceptional skill with wood and metal fabrication

Ability to read and work off shop drawings

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Professionalism and stellar communication skills

Flexibility and willingness to get jobs over the finish line on budget, on time, and meet client expectations

Position Details

Title: Shop Manager

Type: Full-Time Position

Hourly Rate: Based on experience.

Additional benefits: Paid vacation and sick leave. Retirement contribution system. Monthly health insurance stipend. Annual bonus structure based on the individual’s success and overall success of the company

Working Hours: M-F 6:30am - 2:30pm (subject to change). Saturdays and Sundays as required by workload

Feel like you’re a good fit? Please reach out with the following;

Copy of your resume

Photos and description of a project you’ve taken on that you’re proud of

Look through our portfolio and select a project you’d be particularly excited to take on as part of the KMD team

What’s a completely non-work related skill you’re currently trying to learn?