Production Manager

Production ManagerCornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +70 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.Job DescriptionReports to the Plant Manager and works collaboratively as part of the Plant Leadership TeamPlan and direct plant operations for facility. Direct and manage staff activities, which generally includes ensuring correct workload planning, receiving, maintenance, inventory controls and distributionProactively review practices for correct, quality workmanship and process flow, along with timeliness. Diagnose any potential areas needing improvement and identify and implement process improvements to increase productivityEnsures complete and timely product delivery. Prepares and distributes production schedulesEnsure quality to standard. Establishes, maintains and facilitates product quality specificationsResponsible for quality of all products and materials from designated areas of responsibility. Meeting all production specifications, implementation of QC programs and working with vendors and suppliers to meet our specifications on incoming raw materialsTechnical responsibilities with vendors and suppliers. May also require technical interaction with Research and DevelopmentEnsure communication of results vs. standards. Prepares and distributes production reportsEnsure a safe work environment. Promptly address safety issues and ensure OSHA standard and ISO 9000 compliance (if applicable). Administer safety training and meetings. Monitor associate activities to ensure adherence to policiesImplement and maintain preventative maintenance programs, ensuring effective equipment utilization and that safety measures are in place. Schedule downtime for equipment maintenance and repairsReviews data to seek process, people and machine improvements and develops plans to instill desired resultsCollaborates with all departments including Customer Service, Scheduling Procurement, Quality Control, EHS, Finance, Maintenance, and Engineering to ensure processes are running in control and delivering a high-quality product on time to our customersAs applicable, management of hazardous waste programsMeet or exceed budgeted financial performance standards. Prepare and administer departmental budgetsMaintains an organized work environment to ensure a safe, efficient operationResponsible for determining the staffing levels for productionResponsible for the development of group leaders and associatesResponsible for the standard work of each member of the teamResponsible for developing and maintaining a continuous improvement cultureCommunicate with team leaders, group leaders and associates on other shiftsMay serve as a facilitator on a designated Safety TeamPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsMinimum Candidate Qualifications:High School degree or equivalentMS Office software demonstrated capability5 years of supervisory and production management experienceDemonstrated ability to meet objectives within time-sensitive deadlines with outstanding follow-through, time management and planning skillsAbility to adjust manpower and departmental spending to demandAbility to forecast production requirements and organize workload into a scheduleSolid knowledge of how manufacturing, customer service and physical distribution processes and functions interrelateProven record of implementing and utilizing Lean Manufacturing principlesDemonstrate leadership in management, staff development and training with analytical and problem-solving skillsOnboarding and training of production team membersExcellent communications with strong customer service orientationMust be able to travel up to 10% (as required)Preferred Candidate Qualifications:BA/BS degree8+ years of supervisory and production management experienceManaging 150+ direct and indirect reportsLean Manufacturing or Material Management experienceBroad experience in Materials, Quality, Engineering or LogisticsFinancial analysis and forecasting experienceAbility to effectively manage a multicultural workforceWorking knowledge of Six Sigma and Quality Management SystemsPosition requires minimal travel (less than 10%)Additional InformationWhy work for Cornerstone Building Brands?Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.