Floor Manager
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We create powerful emotions and memories through immersive attractions. We are a full-service theme creator, prop builder, and attractions provider to theme parks, museums, family entertainment centers and other venues. Since 1997, we have brought ideas to life with a talented team of designers, sculptors, craftsmen, and artisans, and we are proud to have delivered the WOW Effect to a wide variety of destinations across the globe.
Weve been named as one of INC 5000's fastest-growing companies in America three times in a row and are in the top 60 here in Indiana. We are also one of The Best Places To Work In Indiana. Inside our walls, you'll find lots of creative people who are passionate about what they do and make. Every day is different with new challenges. We pride ourselves on creating an amazing culture where our employees can grow professionally and personally.
Our Team
Our team is one of the secrets of our success. We are artists, craftsmen, dreamers, and managers. Everyone brings something unique to the table and our collective passion, excitement, and attention to detail explain why we exceed our clients expectations time and again. We have high expectations for everyone on our team. Its the only way we can deliver amazing products and services. Our team is passionate, hungry, and always striving for more.
Job Summary
Are you a hands-on leader who knows how to keep people, materials, tools, and timelines moving in the same direction? Creative Works is looking for a dependable Floor Manager to lead a satellite production shop specializing in the production of one core product. The primary focus of this position is managing the daily operations, people, quality, and production output of a satellite shop dedicated to consistent, repeatable production of a specialized product.
This role is ideal for someone who can balance craftsmanship with leadership. The right person will be comfortable working on the floor, guiding a team, solving problems, maintaining production flow, and helping build a shop culture where people feel supported, accountable, and proud of the work they produce. This position requires strong emotional intelligence, solid carpentry skills, a willingness to learn, and low voltage knowledge is a major plus.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage the daily operations of a satellite production shop focused on one specialized product
Lead employees to meet production goals and quality expectations
Perform hands-on carpentry, assembly, repair, low voltage wiring and production work as needed
Ensure team members understand priorities, deadlines, and expectations
Maintain production flow by identifying bottlenecks, solving problems, and communicating needs clearly
Read and follow build documents, shop drawings and production notes
Ensure products are built consistently, safely, and according to established standards
Inspect work throughout the production process to verify quality, fit, finish, and completeness
Train team members on all shop standards
Promote a positive work environment
Lead well with different personalities, resolve issues, and keep morale healthy
Track progress, communicate production status, and report risks or delays in a timely manner
Maintain inventory and communicate material shortages
Use computers or software systems to access build documents, track time, update production information, and communicate status
Follow and enforce all company safety procedures and shop expectations
Keys to success:
Strong leadership and communication skills
Willingness to learn new products, processes, tools, and systems
High emotional intelligence
Hands-on problem solver
Strong carpentry, fabrication, or assembly skills
Ability to lead by example and jump into the work when needed
Punctual and reliable
Strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain urgency without sacrificing workmanship
Positive attitude and team-first mindset
Organized, proactive, and able to keep a production area moving efficiently
Qualification Requirements:
3+ years in previous leadership, supervisor, team lead, or floor management experience preferred
Previous experience in carpentry, woodworking, fabrication, assembly, production, or a related hands-on trade
Ability to read and interpret basic build documents and production instructions
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials as needed
Comfortable using common shop tools and equipment safely
Basic computer skills for accessing documents, tracking time, and communicating production updates
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when leadership is not onsite
Willingness to learn Creative Works production standards, product details, and internal processesRelatable Job Experience
Shop floor leadership or production management
Carpentry, woodworking, cabinetmaking, or millwork
Framing, finish carpentry, fixture building, or custom fabrication
Manufacturing or production environment experience
Low voltage wiring, basic electrical assembly, or component installation
Benefits:
Full-time Hourly Non-Exempt
Hours: Monday through Friday, exact schedule to be determined based on production needs
Overtime is a possibility based on production timelines and deadlines
Medical, dental, vision, life, ancillary, & pet insurance coverage opportunities available
Employee Assistance Program, EAP
401K opportunities available, Standard Safe Harbor Match
Employee Discount Program
Generous PTO Plan
Parental time for the birth or adoption of a child
Several paid holidays
Paid Volunteer Time Off to serve at a 501(c)3 charitable organization on behalf of the company
Onsite fitness facility
Pay: $24-$29 per hour based on experience
*This is an onsite position located at our facility on the southwest side of Indianapolis, IN near I-465 & Sam Jones Expressway.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Creative Works is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Does this sound like a good fit for you? If so, please provide a cover letter to us to help us better understand who you are and why you would like to join our team as well as a resume. Thank you!
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