Assistant Production Manager

Clayton Homes (New); Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Volunteer time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Clayton Homes in Nashville, TN seeks an Assistant Production Manager to direct and coordinate the activities of all production departments, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery across the line. You will provide leadership, feedback and coaching to production teams, drive Lean initiatives, and partner with site leadership to develop talent, improve processes and meet production priorities.

The role emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years relevant management experience.
• Previous construction experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufactured housing is greatly desired.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, as well as basic math skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and can multi-task effectively.
• Ability to read and understand home building specifications greatly desired.
• Demonstrated adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to adapt quickly and make sound decisions in a changing, fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead large teams and foster accountability as part of production operations.
• Ensure adherence to HUD building codes and safety rules.
• Direct departments to meet timelines and production priorities.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and development for personnel.
• Improve production processes using Lean, 6S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma.
• Guide department leaders and handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

Interpersonal communication

Lean Manufacturing

6S

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Microsoft Word/Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey - building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of all production departments. The Assistant Production Manager will provide constant communication, feedback and recognition to team members and production leaders to enable a positive team member experience.

Duties / Responsibilities

The Assistant Production Manager, under the direction of the Production Manager, will be responsible for the following duties/responsibilities:

• Ability to lead large groups of people and focus on developing a culture of accountability working as a team
• Strict adherence and compliance with quality assurance requirements to include HUD building codes
• Be safety minded and ability to put Safety 1st - must adhere to strict safety rules and guidelines
• Reviewing production performance and identifying training opportunities of production personnel as necessary
• Direct teams effectively in each department to ensure timelines and production priorities are met
• Provide sound leadership, coaching, mentoring, and direction for personnel development and employee engagement
• Improve production processes for the purpose of improving overall quality, reducing lead-times, and lowering costs of operations by utilizing Lean Manufacturing methods, 6S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, etc. applications where necessary
• Lead, guide and direct department leaders
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2-3 years relevant management experience
• Previous construction experience strongly preferred
• Experience in manufactured housing is greatly desired
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
• Microsoft Word, Excel, as well as basic math skills
• Must be detail-oriented and can multi-task effectively
• Ability to read and understand home building specifications greatly desired
• Demonstrated adherence to safety protocols
• Ability to adapt quickly and make sound decisions in a changing, fast-paced work environment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling.
• Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time.

Travel Requirements

As Needed

Why Clayton?

• Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals.
• Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
• As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
• At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Business Unit - B00018 Clayton Manufacturing The Clayton story began in 1956 with a simple but powerful mission - helping more hardworking families across America achieve homeownership. Clayton is committed to Opening Doors to a Better Life. We are a leading single family, values driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. Our success is in our team members - join our team and see how you can help us build a better tomorrow. As a shared service, Home Team team members support many functions across the Clayton enterprise. The Home Team includes wellbeing, internal audit, accounting/finance, marketing, legal, campus operations, and more. We believe our strength is our people. That's why we invest in opportunities for our team members to personally and professionally grow. As a leader in modern and attainable housing, Clayton is committed to delivering forward-looking technology solutions. With a dedicated team of over 500 technology professionals, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. Our focus on team member experience, development and engagement is paramount, offering career pathing and leadership development opportunities to foster growth and success within our organization. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, and built more than 59,000 homes last year. Home Building Group makes the dream of homeownership a reality every single day, delivering quality-built homes at an attainable price. We are dedicated to a world-class team member experience, environmentally responsible building practices and helping provide attainable housing for all. This business unit is comprised of Clayton Manufacturing, Clayton Supply, and Clayton Properties Group. With 2,900+ team members and 400+ Retail locations nationwide, our home consultants create a world-class home buying experience by assisting customers in identifying a floor plan, selecting options, and coordinating the construction process. Clayton Retail sells more than 25,000 homes annually, as we strive to help customers achieve homeownership across America.