Architectural Millwork Production Manager Opportunity at Notch & Nail
About Notch & Nail
Notch & Nail is a growing architectural millwork company in Johnston, Iowa. We design, engineer, and manufacture commercial cabinets, reception desks, and custom millwork for projects throughout the Midwest. Our company has grown rapidly by investing in our people, technology, and continuous improvement—not by standing still. We are looking for a leader who wants to be a part of the next chapter of our company.
Position
Full-Time Production Manager
Location: Johnston, Iowa
What We're Looking For
● 3+ years of leadership experience in woodworking, manufacturing, or industrial production.
● Strong organizational and communication skills.
● A leader who develops people and holds them accountable.
● Someone who enjoys solving problems and improving systems.
● Ability to read drawings and manage multiple priorities.
● Experience with Innergy ERP is a plus, but not required.
What You'll Do
● Lead the daily operations of our production millwork shop.
● Coordinate production schedules and workflow with project managers and engineering.
● Maintain efficiency, organization, and shop processes.
● Maintain exceptional standards for quality and craftsmanship.
● Pull materials from inventory and maintain inventory levels.
● Assist with production when needed while keeping the team moving forward.
● Coordinate job installation schedules.
● Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
● Use data, planning, and communication to keep projects on schedule.
What Success Looks Like
● Production flows efficiently with fewer bottlenecks.
● Quality remains consistently high.
● The shop becomes more organized and efficient over time.
● Team members understand the goals and objectives for the day.
Why Join Notch & Nail?
● Competitive pay based on experience.
● Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing company where your ideas are valued.
● Health Insurance: United Healthcare (two plan options available), with up to $475/month premium support
● Retirement Plan: American Funds Simple IRA with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% of compensation
● Paid Time Off: 3.08 vacation hours accrued per bi-weekly pay period (equivalent to 10 days/year) up to 80 hours max (10 days) for new employees, with accrual amounts increasing according to length of service. Plus 3 sick days per year.
● Short Term Disability Insurance: provided at no cost to the employee
You'll Thrive Here If...
● You enjoy building better systems.
● You take pride in developing people.
● You embrace accountability and continuous improvement.
● You want to help shape the future of a growing company.
This Probably Isn't the Right Fit If...
● You prefer maintaining the status quo.
● You dislike change or continuous improvement.
● You want to simply supervise rather than lead.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- How many years of leadership experience do you have in woodworking, manufacturing, or industrial production?
Work Location: In person
