Panel Shop Manager

Panel Shop Manager

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Panel Shop Manager to lead our fast-paced, growing custom panel shop in Midland. In this role, you'll guide a skilled team, oversee panel production, coordinate materials and schedules, and ensure every build meets our high-quality standards. This is a hands-on leadership position ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving problems, and brings strong technical understanding of panels, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial controls. If you're ready to take ownership of a busy shop with excellent project volume, we want to meet you.

Who we are:

At the Crimson Group, we provide our clients with high-value automation, instrumentation, electrical design, and process operation solutions. With the capabilities of a large enterprise, and the agility and responsiveness of a small company, we are a customer-focused provider of automation and integrated solutions. Crimson Group provides total integration of design, project management, panel manufacturing, installation/commissioning, maintenance, and repair for North America and select international markets.

What we Offer:

- Competitive compensation.

- Comprehensive benefit package.

- An environment of continuous learning with the opportunity to enhance your skills & experience through internal and external training courses.

- The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation.

What You Will Be Doing:

- Leading, mentoring, and scheduling panel shop technicians and apprentices.

- Overseeing daily production, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met at a UL508A approved fabrication facility.

- Coordinating workload, materials, and priorities to maintain efficient shop flow.

- Partnering with engineering, project managers, and field teams to align on project requirements.

- Overseeing the assembly, wiring, and testing of custom control panels to UL508A standards.

- Providing technical troubleshooting and guidance to the panel shop team.

- Reviewing and interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams.

- Ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal quality processes.

- Supporting PLC and VFD-related panel work, including layout, wiring, and basic programming or setup.

- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.

- Driving continuous improvement initiatives in processes, documentation, and workflow.

- Managing inventory, tools, and materials to support efficient operations.

- Working with leadership to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved productivity.

Your Skills and Qualifications:

- Strong experience in panel building or electrical assembly.

- Knowledge of PLC components, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial controls.

- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

- Solid computer skills (documentation, tracking, ordering, scheduling, etc.).

- Proven leadership experience in a shop or field environment.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Forward thinker who anticipates needs and resolves problems quickly.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Commitment to safety, quality, and team development.

- Valid driver’s license.

- Must be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol test.

Working Conditions:

- This position is based in our Midland shop.

- Monday–Friday schedule with 8-hour days and potential overtime.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and professional work environment, the Crimson Group of Companies conducts comprehensive background checks and drug and alcohol testing on all prospective employees as part of the final offer process. These checks are intended to verify the accuracy of information provided by candidates and assess any potential risks to the company or its employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of these background checks.

Please note: We do not accept phone calls regarding job opportunities. To ensure fairness and consistency in our hiring process, all candidates must follow the application instructions outlined in the posting. Thank you for your understanding.