Operations Manager
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JELD-WEN is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join our growing team.The OpportunityUnder the general supervision of the Plant Manager, the Operations Manager coordinates manufacturing operations through a team of functional Managers that oversee and implement all production and distribution operations and shop activities in JELD-WEN's American Building Supply (ABS) facility in Rialto, CA. This position provides leadership and direction for the Production and Warehouse departments and fosters cooperative relationships with all internal departments and external customers and suppliers.What You Will Do* Ensures process quality, root cause analysis and implementation of actions for quality issues, and coordinates operational issues with other departments and managers, including Continuous Improvement (CI) Managers and teams.* Establishes and improves procedures and work instructions for production processes, and coordinates with product line managers, quality managers, and CI Managers and teams utilizing SQDCI, OTD, and TPS methodologies.* This position will confer with upper management personnel to retrieve and establish updated production and quality control standards in their assigned areas of operations to effectively manage scheduling and timing of production.* Ensures accurate optimization of techniques/methods to maximize usage of inventory and plant supplies for production operations to include plans for current and future production requirements, from raw materials to finished product.* Ensures overall coordination of work assignments to product line schedules to meet customer needs, including ensuring smoothly coordinated shift changes and personnel assignments are properly documented and considered to meet schedules. Supports production processes through cross training of personnel.* Proactively and regularly develops and manages team member's performance and capabilities with emphasis on CI's, cycle time, cost and product quality.* Ensures that machinery and equipment are maintained and calibrated to prevent unplanned downtime, cost or quality issues.* Responsible for establishing and measuring long-term goals for production teams to ensure consistency with JELD-WEN goals and objectives. Implements said goals and objectives and constantly monitors progress of same.* Assist the Plant Manager in establishing and monitoring overall plant performance for production and quality standards.* Assists in maintaining existing plant facilities and equipment; and/or make recommendations and adjustments to plant facilities and equipment to the Maintenance Manager, Plant, Production and Warehouse Managers when necessary.* Provide leadership and training to Managers and Supervisors to accomplish plant production goals and objectives.* Assists Managers and Supervisors in implementing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs, maximizing equipment use.* Manages and works with the Managers and Supervisors in the implementation of safety awareness programs, communicates safety issues, corrects safety related problems, and assists in investigations into safety related issues.* Mentors Managers and Supervisors and fosters a learning and growth environment.* Assists in the performance reviews of Managers and Supervisors and assists in corrective actions of them on an annual, bi-annual, or on an as needed basis.May perform other or specified duties as directed by the Plant Manager or other appropriate supervisory personnelWho You Are* Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, technical aptitude, problem solving and managerial skills.* Strong team skills, including the ability to coach and develop work teams and provide appropriate training.* The ability to motivate/empower others and resolve conflict.* Knowledge of door and window production machines and tools.* Must be flexible and able to manage multiple priorities.* Solid computer skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Travel is primarily local during the business day. May on occasion travel to appropriate seminars and training* Bachelor's or Associates Degree in a related field and three (3) to five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the window and door industry; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.* At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible work experience in the window and door industry, including two (2) to four (4) years as a Manager.* Knowledge of raw materials and experience in production and manufacturing processes and techniques preferably in the door and window industry, including, but not limited to Continuous Improvement, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and other related activities, initiatives, and methodologies.#LI-KC1About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN worldwide, LaCantina and VPI in North America, and Swedoor and DANA in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of 'America's Best Employers' and by Newsweek as one of the 'World's Most Trustworthy Companies'.What We OfferInvesting in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. JELD-WEN does not accrue time off for salaried positions. We believe in mutual trust and workplace flexibility, therefore appropriate time off for vacation, illness, or other reasons will be agreed upon with your manager per our Flexible Paid Time Off Policy. Employees can also enroll in the following company benefit programs including, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Program.Expected pay for this role is between $93,800.00 to $156,400.00 per year and is based on experience and qualifications.JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals' physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.