Production Operations Leader

2 weeks ago


Gaffney, United States Cornerstone Building Brands Full time

Role Overview: As a pivotal member of our operations team, you will oversee and enhance production and receiving processes to uphold outstanding safety and efficiency standards. Your leadership will be crucial in coaching and training staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement that enables us to deliver top-quality products and services to our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enhance operational systems, processes, and policies to align with organizational goals.
  • Lead safety initiatives to promote and elevate safety standards.
  • Train and mentor team members on company principles to cultivate a quality-focused work environment.
  • Improve the effectiveness of support services through ongoing enhancements and effective communication.
  • Facilitate daily discussions with production teams regarding performance, safety, and quality improvements.
  • Contribute to long-term strategic planning aimed at achieving operational excellence.
  • Deliver training to ensure accountability for established standards among direct reports.
  • Implement and maintain 5S practices to promote a safe and efficient workplace.
  • Recommend and execute continuous improvement strategies utilizing lean manufacturing principles.
  • Analyze data and evaluate outcomes to identify optimal solutions and resolve issues.
  • Manage labor costs effectively to meet production demands while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Coordinate production planning to ensure 100% service levels in collaboration with distribution and customer service.
  • Investigate and address customer complaints to identify root causes.
  • Organize skilled labor for optimal training, minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency.
  • Determine staffing needs and oversee the hiring and training processes.
  • Share best practices across departments to enhance overall performance.
  • Establish and monitor departmental budgets and forecasts.
  • Encourage a collaborative team environment across all shifts and departments.
  • Identify training needs and implement scheduled training plans.
  • Collaborate with EHS, Marketing, Quality, HR, and Maintenance on new products and processes.
  • Perform additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, polymers, or a related field.
  • Over 10 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Proven leadership and vision in managing teams and major projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while reducing costs.
  • Experience in budget development and oversight.
  • Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to operate at a plant manager level.
  • Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven leadership skills to foster teamwork across shifts and departments.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and adaptable to new technologies.
  • Ability to maintain a positive leadership presence in a dynamic environment.
  • A servant leader with experience in coaching and mentoring teams.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
  • High energy and a positive demeanor.
  • Knowledge of Basic Principles/Core Values and effective communication skills.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.
  • Experience in manufacturing building products, particularly siding, is advantageous.


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