Manufacturing Operations Supervisor – Plumbing
Location: Richmond, VA
Pay: $30.00–$36.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift
Lead Plumbing Manufacturing Operations with Kodiak
Kodiak is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Supervisor – Plumbing to oversee our plumbing warehouse, prefabrication, and material operations. This leadership role is responsible for supervising daily operations, supporting commercial construction projects through efficient material flow, leading warehouse and prefabrication teams, and driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
If you're a proven leader with commercial plumbing experience, Lean manufacturing knowledge, and experience using ERP or WMS systems, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Supervise daily warehouse, plumbing prefabrication, and material staging operations
- Coordinate manpower and workflow to support commercial construction projects
- Ensure plumbing materials and prefabricated assemblies are completed accurately and delivered on schedule
- Lead quality inspections and improve operational efficiency
- Implement Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen, and standardized work
- Manage inventory, receiving, storage, and material tracking
- Collaborate with procurement, project managers, and field teams
- Enforce OSHA safety standards and promote a strong safety culture
- Coach, mentor, and develop warehouse and plumbing personnel
QualificationsRequired
- 5+ years of supervisory experience in plumbing, mechanical construction, or related operations
- Strong understanding of commercial plumbing systems, materials, and installation practices
- Knowledge of plumbing codes (IPC, UPC, or local/state codes)
- Experience managing manpower, productivity, and operational workflows
- Lean Manufacturing experience (5S, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement)
- Experience using ERP, MRP, or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
Preferred
- Journeyman Plumber License
- Master Plumber License
- Commercial or Industrial Plumbing experience
- Plumbing prefabrication experience
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Lean Manufacturing certification
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $30.00–$36.00 per hour
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Stable Full-Time Employment
Join Kodiak and help build efficient manufacturing operations that support some of the region's largest commercial construction projects.
Pay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour
Experience:
- Construction plumbing: 5 years (Required)
- Lean manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
- ERP systems: 3 years (Preferred)
- Warehouse management system: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Journeyman Plumber (Preferred)
- Master Plumber (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
