Operations Manager - Cornerstone Building Brands

Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play -from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.

Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it's our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.

Manage, lead and implement controls and improvements, across all production and receiving operations, to assist in achieving exceptional safety and production standards.  Coach, train, and document best practices, through continuous improvement efforts, that will allow the company to provide superior quality products and services to our internal and external customers.

• Improve the operational systems, processes, and policies in support of organizational and departmental metrics
• Lead and participate in safety activities to support and elevate safety standards and expectations
• Monitor and train direct reports on Basic Principles and/or company conduct principles to enhance quality conscious work ethic
• Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of support services through continuous improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between internal and external customers/business functions
• Facilitate daily communication with production staff with regards to performance, process improvements, safety, and quality
• Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence
• Administer training to direct reports to ensure accountability for developed standards
• Ensure 5S practices are developed, documented, and executed daily to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment
• Recommend and implement continuous improvements and strategic initiatives using lean manufacturing techniques that include standard work, product flow, and elimination of “non-value added” activities
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Manage and optimize labor costs to support customer/production needs while achieving monthly cost metrics
• Planning and expediting production to achieve 100% service while working closely with distribution and customer service on all service interruptions
• Investigating and resolving customer complaints to root cause
• Organize and structure skilled labor to optimize training efforts, reduce machine downtime and maximize press OA
• Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees, or oversee those personnel processes
• Exchange and share best practices with all departments
• Establish, plan, and monitor departmental budgets, plans and forecasts
• Encourage and develop a teamwork atmosphere among all employees, shifts, and departments
• Recognize and address all training needs through scheduled and documented training plans
• Work closely with EHS, Marketing, Quality, HR, and Maintenance and/or other required departments on all new products, processes, and work cells
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Proficient in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Anticipates needs, forecasts conditions, sets goals/standards and measure results.
• Collaborates with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Foster a positive work relationship
• Holds a valid driver’s license.
• Offers flexibility in work hours.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Polymers or similar discipline required
• 10+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 5 years in a supervisor or operations management role
• Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to improve safety, quality, and efficiency standards while reducing overall costs
• Budget development and oversight experience
• Strong experience and success in lean manufacturing concepts and implementation, continuous improvement initiatives and driving positive change
• Desire and ability to function at a plant manager level
• Ability to work in a high paced environment with the ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting priorities
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Must have leadership skills to enable the development of teamwork among shifts and departments. Ability to work in cross functional teams with strong human relationship building skills
• Excellent computer skills and technical acumen that includes MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), and ability to learn new technologies easily
• Able to excel at operating in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive leadership role
• A servant leader with experience coaching, mentoring, and training a team toward success
• Strong time management skills and great organizational skills and attn to detail
• High energy and positive attitude and demeanor
• Good knowledge and execution of all Basic Principles/Core Values and communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Mobility – prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.
• Exposure – moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance – high noise levels.

To perform satisfactorily in this position, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with certain disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why 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.

*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.