Field Operations Manager Jobs in Reardan, WA (NOW HIRING)

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding aSenior Manager, Manufacturing Operationsto our Offsite Manufacturing division in Spokane, WA. The Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations leads all day-to-day operations of assigned locations and value streams, ensuring safe, efficient, and quality production of modular products that meet schedules and customer requirements. This role sets the operational direction for assigned value streams, drives continuous improvement across people, processes, and systems, and manages value stream performance to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. The Sr Manager, Manufacturing Operations acts as the primary operational leader of the facility, integrating cross-functional partnerships with Manufacturing Engineering, Operation Excellence, Value Stream Management, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver predictable, scalable manufacturing outcomes. 

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture through rigorous compliance programs, regular floor walks, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-through. Lead all value stream operations - production scheduling, workforce management, safety, quality, and maintenance - to consistently meet output, cost, and delivery targets. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Own assigned value stream delivery schedule, quality, safety, and cost targets, partnering with other teams on budget development, labor planning, and variance analysis to protect and improve value stream margins.

• Drive continuous improvement by deploying lean and kaizen methodologies, reducing waste, shortening cycle times, and improving first-pass quality across all production lines.

• Build, coach, and hold accountable a high-performing manufacturing team, ensuring staffing levels, skill development, and succession plans align with business growth

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

• 8+ years of progressive manufacturing or plant operations leadership, including 3+ years managing a production facility.

• Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality management systems, and continuous improvement tools (QMS: ISO-9001 / IAFT16949, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, VSM).

• Demonstrated experience managing safety programs and achieving measurable reductions in TRIR.

• Strong financial acumen: cost variance analysis, capital planning, P&L management a plus.

• Proficiency with ERP/MES systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Prior experience in regulated manufacturing environments.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $118,170 - $189,090 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity. 

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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