Area Manager - Nights

Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilsonart is hiring an Area Manager - Nights in Temple, TX to lead nightly production operations, ensuring safety, quality, service, and cost targets are met. You will guide frontline supervisors, drive efficiency, monitor KPIs, and implement continuous improvement across the floor.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3–5+ years in manufacturing leadership, and the ability to work 9 pm–7 am with overtime as needed. Join us to develop teams and optimize operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years in manufacturing/production leadership.
• Experience with production scheduling, material planning, and inventory management.
• Experience applying Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Night shift availability and capacity to lead during evenings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nightly production activities and ensure schedule adherence.
• Lead frontline supervisors and production teams to meet performance goals.
• Monitor KPIs (safety, quality, output, downtime) and take immediate action.
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.
• Manage labor efficiency, staffing levels, and shift performance.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues.
• Support new product launches and process changes on the floor.
• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all policies.
• Coach, develop, and hold supervisors accountable for performance.

Skills

People Leadership

Problem Solving

Execution Focus

Operational Discipline

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

## Area Manager - NightsApplylocations: Temple, Texastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R-000114# **Win at Wilsonart**At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.Here, you’ll win with:Support that keeps you well* Medical, dental, and life insurance* Company-paid short- and long-term disability* FSAs and dependent care options* Vision and legal benefits* Gym discounts and wellness clinics* Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependentsOpportunities to grow* Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility* Training, coaching, and mentorship* Development programs to support your goalsTime for what matters* Paid vacation and holidays in your first year* A culture that respects work-life balance**Job Description:****JOB SUMMARY**Leads daily production operations to ensure targets for Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost are met, while driving efficiency, accountability, and team performance on the floor.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Oversee nightly production activities and ensure schedule adherence* Lead frontline supervisors and production teams to meet performance goals* Monitor KPIs (safety, quality, output, downtime) and take immediate action* Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives* Manage labor efficiency, staffing levels, and shift performance* Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues* Support new product launches and process changes on the floor* Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all policies* Coach, develop, and hold supervisors accountable for performance**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES*** Execution Focus: Delivers results through strong floor presence and follow-through* Problem Solving: Quickly identifies issues and drives corrective action* People Leadership: Builds strong teams, develops supervisors, drives accountability* Operational Discipline: Maintains standards, processes, and consistency* Communication: Clear direction across shifts and teams**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS****Education**:* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience* 3–5+ years in manufacturing/production leadership**Experience:*** Experience working in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of production processes, product flow, and distribution operations* Experience with production scheduling, material planning, and inventory management* Experience applying safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements in a production setting* Experience using computer systems to track, analyze, and report on production and inventory data* Experience utilizing basic math in a manufacturing environment (e.g., calculating square footage, interpreting production metrics)* Experience communicating effectively with all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing* Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a team-driven environment* Experience in applying Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to improve operations* Demonstrated problem-solving experience in a fast-paced production environment**WORKING CONDITIONS****PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (>50 lbs)**SCHEDULE:**This role will require a selected candidate to work 9 pm - 7 am Monday through Friday with weekend schedules or overtime as needed.*We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.**Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.*