Panel Shop Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Overview:

Egan Company is seeking a Panel Shop Manufacturing Supervisor to lead and optimize our panel shop production operations. Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, you will oversee the manufacturing operations of the panel shop, ensuring production goals are met while fostering a continuous improvement-focused culture. In this role, you will also act as a cross-functional bridge between production, engineering, and quality to drive strategic problem-solving, and ensure operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

The basic responsibilities of the Panel Shop Manufacturing Supervisor include but are not limited to the following:

• Operational Leadership: Oversee high-level shop floor manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives, while managing staffing levels to ensure production schedules are met.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide functional guidance for dotted-line Engineering and Quality resources. Partner proactively with the Solutions Team to ensure engineering designs and quality standards align seamlessly with shop floor production requirements.

• Process Improvement: Identify and lead process improvement initiatives within the panel shop. Drive 5S and Lean methodologies to target and remove operational waste throughout assembly, staging, and material flow processes. Develop and justify CAPEX initiatives with clear evidence of ROI.

• Performance & Culture: Maintain and analyze key performance indicators (SQDCSafety, Quality, Delivery, Cost), drive cultural change through robust leadership, and facilitate tier-level coordination to align team communication.

• Team Management: Oversee the Shop Foreman(s) and Shop Services Clerks; handle employee feedback, performance management, and mentorship.

• Compliance: Uphold rigorous benchmarks for workplace safety and ensure all processes adhere to relevant industry standards (e.g., UL 508A).

• Technology & Tooling Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend specialized tooling, fixtures, or automation opportunities that can streamline panel fabrication and kitting processes.

• All other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a manufacturing-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Manufacturing Management experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated ability to manage high-performing teams, lead through change, and resolve conflicts in a cross-functional/dotted-line environment.

• Familiarity with ERP, ECO/DCO, MRP, MES, or similar operational management systems.

• Proficient in data visualization and analysis tools (e.g., advanced MS Excel, BI Systems) to track operational metrics.

• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma/5S).

• Ability to manage budgets, analyze KPIs, and develop CAPEX business cases.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levelsfrom shop floor personnel to leadership.

• High emotional intelligence with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with both shop craftworkers and operations teams.

• Strong proactive problem-solving abilities, with a willingness to challenge the status quo constructively.

Working Conditions:

• This role divides time between a professional office environment and an active manufacturing floor. The split is roughly 60% office work and 40% manufacturing floor support.

Egan supports team members and their families with comprehensive benefits. From robust healthcare benefits and generous paid time off, to flexible working options and career growth opportunities, Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health and Well-being: in addition to medical, dental, vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term, or long-term disability coverage, you're offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family

• Retirement Plan: we offer robust retirement benefits with a 401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit sharing

• Time-Off Programs: to help you recharge youll enjoy a generous PTO program and paid holidays

• Professional Development: we support education or career growth by offering educational assistance and regular learning and development opportunities

• Paid Parental Leave: utilize parental leave which allows for paid time off with a new child

• Rewards and Incentives: we recognize your contributions through additional rewards or compensation that may include an annual discretionary bonus, lead incentive program, and safety buck program

• Community Involvement: our Beyond the Jobsite program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions (benefits for union roles are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements) nor part-time and temporary roles. View more information online about Egans investment in benefits for you.

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 (subject to such factors as experience, education, and/or skill set) plus potential annual discretionary bonus.

At Egan, youll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. Youll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. Youll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:

• Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years

• Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)

• Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact

• A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty

From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, were proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com.

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify.

Egan reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. Any resume submitted to any employee of Egan without a prior signed search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Egan.

No agency emails, calls, or solicitations will be accepted without a valid agreement.