Production Manager - 1st Shift - Fort Worth, TX

Job Title

Manages all manufacturing activities in assigned plant(s).

Responsibilities

Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures that support total customer satisfaction, both internally and externally, where applicable in relation to this position.

Responsible for adherence to all safety rules in order to accomplish safety objectives. Ensures all employees are properly trained concerning general and department specific safety rules, including safe working habits, proper machine operation and maintenance. Responsible for routine housekeeping and safety inspections throughout the plant. Encourages employees to suggest ways to make the plant safer. Enforces all safety and housekeeping rules and uses disciplinary action as needed. Responsible for implementation of plant safety policy in support of corporate safety objectives. Serves as mentor to Department Managers and works to provide the finest safety training available.

Assists in maintaining the high Pella Quality standards for the plant. To accomplish this objective, works on projects, programs and procedures identified by the Plant Manager, or which he/she identifies, which fully support corporate quality policy. Educates employees concerning the quality of our products through instruction and development of training tools and plant procedures. Informs employees of problems found in audits and/or inspections.

Responsible for development and administration of orientation training programs for Department Managers. Department managerial training should focus on personnel policy, coaching and counseling skills, continuous improvement techniques and other pertinent subjects.

Possesses excellent human relations and team building skills. Serves as a facilitator helping Department Managers and hourly employees work as a team within and between shifts. To ensure fair treatment, personal involvement in specific cases may be needed along with regular counseling and training sessions with all Department Managers. Recognition of achievement which fosters continuous improvement is required. Absenteeism must be kept within acceptable limits. Evaluations must be completed on time. Serves as a facilitator helping Department Managers and hourly employees work as a team within and between shifts. Teaches and promotes team building techniques which create an environment conducive to continual improvement.

Responsible for supporting the programs and policies established in each plant. Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures which support the following: Customer Satisfaction, Quality, Cost Reduction, Customer Service, Waste Reduction and Material Yield.

Responsible for identifying ways to maximize material yield for the plant and Pella Corporation. Works to educate all on the importance of material yield in the profit equation. Serves as a mentor to Department Managers and works to educate on the importance of material yield.

Assists in annual plant budgeting and strategic planning to drive cost productivity.

Assists in achieving plant performance objectives pertaining to manufacturing costs. Works to train all on the importance of reducing manufacturing costs in a corporately responsible manner. Serves as a mentor to Department Managers and works to educate and strive to reduce unnecessary manufacturing costs.

Works with the Plant Managers and the Continuous Improvement Managers to identify projects and teams that support continuous improvement objectives. Provides support and direction to teams actively pursuing projects. Serves as a mentor to Department Managers and provides them with training to ensure effective Continuous Improvement events. Provides thorough training on follow-up techniques to maintain the improvements realized through the Continuous Improvement events.

Assists Plant Managers in Department Manager selection through participation in the interviewing process. Evaluates performance and implements development plans for subordinate Department Managers.

Manages 6-12 subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 20-40 employees in the plant. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Word, Excel and Power Point

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Info

• Job Identification 251000
• Job Category Burris
• Posting Date 04/23/2026, 08:09 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4949 Amon Carter Blvd, Fort Worth, TX, 76155, US (On-site)
• Travel < 25%
• Standard Hours 40
• Job Shift 1 - First