Plant Manager

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Plant Manager to join our growing team.

External Job Description

Purpose of Role

As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for managing all plant operations. This position has the overall responsibility for production at their respective manufacturing facility, and for driving JELD-WEN's Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), including, but not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and initiatives in direct support of JELD-WEN's Mission Statement for their respective product line.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all plant operations in accordance with JELD-WEN's Mission Statement and KPI's
• Coordinates plant activities by working with Production and Departmental Managers to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely, cost-effective manner using LEAN manufacturing processes
• Establishes overall plant performance for safety, production, and quality standards
• Works with R&D and Engineering in developing scope of work
• Direct plant operations in accordance with KPI's
• Develops, controls and implements the plant budget to maximize profits by utilizing SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and CI initiatives
• Implements cost-effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, wages and manages capital projects
• Work with R&D and support in testing and implementing new materials and product lines
• Coordinates plant and production activities through planning to ensure objectives are aligned with KPI's
• Oversee the implementation of safety, preventative maintenance and driving safety procedures
• Incorporates shop floor organization with applicable Engineering personnel, to ensure effective production processes
• Hire and develop staff
• Ability to read/interpret product drawings and schematics
• Ability to coach managerial personnel, and instill cultural values
• Superior motivational skills, ability to train/drive CI methods
• Travel up to 15% +/-

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field or Associate's degree in a related field with 10 years' experience in a managerial capacity at JELD-WEN may be substituted for advanced degrees or an equivalent combination of education/experience at the discretion of management
• 7-10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the sawmill and millwork industry
• Strong knowledge of business, finance, quality control systems
• Advanced leadership, technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and drive manufacturing process improvement techniques
• Advanced knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing process improvement techniques including, not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and CI initiatives
• LEAN manufacturing and production process experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other applicable software applications
• Strong knowledge of plant/OSHA health and safety standards and compliance
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles
• Advanced knowledge of management principles
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN worldwide, LaCantina and VPI in North America, and Swedoor and DANA in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of 'America's Best Employers' and by Newsweek as one of the 'World's Most Trustworthy Companies'.

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. JELD-WEN does not accrue time off for salaried positions. We believe in mutual trust and workplace flexibility, therefore appropriate time off for vacation, illness, or other reasons will be agreed upon with your manager per our Flexible Paid Time Off Policy. Employees can also enroll in the following company benefit programs including, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Program.

Expected pay for this role is between $136 400,00 to $227 400,00 per year and is based on experience and qualifications.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals' physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.