Plant and Operations Manager

Plant Operations Manager

Location: Fredericktown, MO – Onsite
Salary: $60,000–$85,000
Industry: Building Products Manufacturing | Windows & Doors
Experience: 5+ Years of Manufacturing Leadership
Focus: Plant Operations | Production | Safety | Quality | Continuous Improvement | Team Leadership

About the Opportunity

Our client is an established building products manufacturer expanding operations with the launch of a new manufacturing facility in Fredericktown, Missouri .

They are seeking an experienced Plant Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of this new facility while ensuring operational excellence in production, safety, quality, maintenance, shipping, and employee engagement .

This is an outstanding opportunity for a manufacturing leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and helping launch a new operation from the ground up.

What You'll Do

Plant Operations

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including production, quality, maintenance, shipping, and warehouse activities
• Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining quality standards and on-time customer delivery
• Monitor plant performance and drive operational efficiency across all departments
• Support the successful startup, growth, and long-term success of the new manufacturing facility

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and plant employees
• Build a positive, accountable, and high-performing manufacturing culture
• Manage staffing, scheduling, training, and employee performance
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and continuous development

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the facility
• Ensure equipment, processes, and employees operate in a safe and compliant environment

Production & Continuous Improvement

• Implement and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity, efficiency, and cost control
• Identify opportunities for lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish and monitor operational KPIs with company leadership
• Prepare operational reports and communicate plant performance to executive leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Monitor inventory levels and partner with purchasing and supply chain teams to maintain material availability
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, customer service, and leadership to resolve production challenges and improve customer satisfaction
• Support operational planning as the facility continues to expand and grow

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience within the windows and doors industry or a closely related building products manufacturing environment
• Previous experience as a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, or similar manufacturing leadership role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, scheduling, quality control, and inventory management
• Demonstrated success leading production teams and improving operational performance
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and workplace safety programs
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Windows and door manufacturing experience
• Building products manufacturing experience
• Experience launching or expanding manufacturing operations
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
• Experience implementing operational improvements within a growing manufacturing environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $60,000–$85,000 based on experience
• Opportunity for long-term career growth with a growing manufacturer
• Leadership role within a brand-new manufacturing operation
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Why Join?

• Lead a New Facility: Play a key role in launching and building a brand-new manufacturing operation from the ground up
• Growth Opportunity: Join a growing building products manufacturer with long-term expansion plans
• Make an Impact: Influence production, safety, quality, operational strategy, and team development from day one
• Leadership Role: Build and mentor a high-performing manufacturing team while driving operational excellence
• Continuous Improvement: Lead lean manufacturing initiatives that improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability
• Career Advancement: Help shape the future of a growing organization while advancing your own leadership career

About the Company

Our client is a growing manufacturer in the building products industry expanding its operations through the launch of a new manufacturing facility in Fredericktown, Missouri .

This position offers a unique opportunity to establish the operational foundation of a new plant while contributing directly to the company's continued growth and long-term success.

Apply today to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity.