1st Shift Production Manager

MI Windows and Doors LLC; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

MI Windows and Doors LLC in Flower Mound, TX is seeking a 1st Shift Production Manager to direct day shift plant operations, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency. The role emphasizes safe operations and cross-functional collaboration with other departments.

Responsibilities include leading a multi-line production team, managing inventories, enforcing policies, and driving continuous improvement. Requires strong leadership, communication, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role with previous multi-line responsibility.
• Ability to read and interpret regulations and policies.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively enforce applicable regulations and policies.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments and customers.
• Proficient leadership skills.
• Able to train and motivate department personnel.
• Ability to work flexible hours depending upon the needs of the department.
• Ability to travel if needed.

Responsibilities

• Directs the day shift plant operations to ensure efficient production and meeting quality/quantity targets.
• Directs team members with respect to production volume, cost, quality, and schedules.
• Produce high quality products at lowest cost following best manufacturing practices.
• Provide a safe work environment for all personnel.
• Identify and resolve operating problems to minimize impact on operations.
• Cooperate with all departments for coordinated operations.
• Manage inventory usage and department costs.
• Maintain records (timecards, downtime, absentee records).
• Enforce company policies fairly and consistently.
• Encourage employee suggestions to improve production, quality, safety, and cost.
• Keep Operations Manager informed of issues.
• Maintain regular department meetings and production records.
• Ensure efficient/material utilization and waste reduction.
• Set accountabilities and performance goals.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Team leadership

Regulatory interpretation

Communication

Policy enforcement

Cross-functional collaboration

Flexible hours

Willingness to travel

Job description

Job Description 1st Shift Production Manager Pay Range: $98,000 - $123,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications Location: Flower Mound, TX 75028 Shift/Work Schedule: This position will primarily work a day shift schedule Monday – Friday, starting at approximately 6:00am, but flexibility is required to meet the needs of the business and our customers.

Responsibilities

• In this role you will be responsible for directing the activities of the day shift plant operations in an efficient manner for the desired quality and quantity of work.
• Directs team members with respect to production volume, cost, quality, and meeting production schedules and delivery dates.
• Produces the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost consistent with best manufacturing practices.
• Provides a safe work environment for all personnel.
• Recognizes and takes steps to resolve operating problems to minimize their impact on the operations.
• Cooperates with all departments to assure a coordinated work relationship exists at all times.
• Responsible for inventory usage and all other department costs.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records (timecards, downtime records, absentee records, etc.)
• Enforces company policies in a fair and consistent manner.
• Encourages suggestions from employees, which will improve production, quality, safety, and/or control costs of production.
• Keeps Operations Manager informed of operating and/or employee problems, which may require their attention or knowledge.
• Maintains consistent communications and regular department meetings.
• Arranges to have appropriate production records prepared and maintained.
• Keeps records of departmental activities, as required.
• Assures efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of methods, and elimination of wasteful practices within the department.
• Establishes accountabilities and goals used for performance evaluation.
• Performs other duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience
• 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role with previous multi-line responsibility
• Ability to read and interpret regulations and policies in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively enforce applicable regulations and policies.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments and customers.
• Proficient leadership skills.
• Able to train and motivate department personnel.
• Ability to work flexible hours depending upon the needs of the department.
• Ability to travel if needed.

MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGTI is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country.

What We Offer At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.

WE HAVE ONE PURPOSE: BUILD THE MOST VALUED WINDOW AND DOOR BRAND IN AMERICA. But, like all great things, that journey starts by bringing together a team of the most passionate, experienced and dedicated window experts in the industry. From our team to our customers and our communities, we strive to inspire deeper engagements and new possibilities for all. Because we believe that business is always personal.