What you'll do:
As a Plant Manager, you will lead a growing windows, doors, and trim operation, oversee all aspects of the business while creating a culture of accountability, engagement, safety, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for driving business performance, developing leaders, and ensuring exceptional service for customers.
In this role, you will:
- Lead all day-to-day operations of a high-volume manufacturing and distribution facility, including production, inventory, logistics, purchasing, customer service, and business performance.
- Direct and develop a team of approximately 45-50 employees, including 7-8 direct reports across operations, production, purchasing, service, and inside sales functions.
- Drive operational efficiency, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
- Partner closely with sales leadership to support customer growth, market opportunities, and overall business success.
- Maintain accountability for facility financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profit optimization.
- Analyze business performance metrics and implement action plans to improve operational and financial results.
- Build and strengthen a leadership team through coaching, development, performance management, and succession planning.
- Champion a culture focused on safety, teamwork, accountability, and employee engagement.
- Lead change management initiatives, including process improvements, system enhancements, and future business transformations.
- Foster strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure a best-in-class customer experience.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve communication, and increase efficiency across manufacturing and operational processes.
- Serve as a visible and approachable leader who earns trust, builds credibility, and supports teams through organizational change.
What you'll bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, building materials, millwork, windows and doors, lumber, distribution, or a related industry.
- Proven experience leading multi-functional teams and managing supervisors, managers, and frontline employees.
- Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, P&L performance, operational metrics, and profitability initiatives.
- Demonstrated success improving operational efficiency, productivity, quality, and customer service.
- Experience leading through organizational change while maintaining employee engagement and trust.
- Strong understanding of production, inventory management, logistics, and service operations.
- Ability to develop high-performing teams and build leadership capability throughout an organization.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Data-driven decision-making skills with the ability to analyze business trends and implement effective solutions.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and technology tools used to manage manufacturing and distribution operations.
- Willingness to be actively engaged on the production floor and throughout the operation daily.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience managing door shop, millwork, window, or building products operations.
- Experience supporting ERP implementations or major business transformation initiatives.
- Multi-site or branch leadership experience within manufacturing, distribution, or building products environments.
Success in This RoleThe ideal candidate will bring a balance of operational expertise, business acumen, and people leadership. This individual will quickly establish credibility, strengthen team engagement, improve operational efficiencies, and position the business for long-term growth while serving as a trusted leader throughout the organization.
What you'll earn
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
- Paid training and certifications
- Legal assistance and identity protection
- Pet insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
