Lead Door Production & Lean Improvement

Clayton; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K with company match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clayton is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee our door manufacturing operations in Morristown, TN. You will lead production teams, coordinate with Purchasing, Safety, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Shipping to ensure orders are completed on time, with quality and safety as priorities.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, standard work, and cost control. You will be accountable for achieving production goals, maintaining safe practices, mentoring staff, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing or production management experience, preferably in doors, millwork, cabinetry, building products, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience supervising and developing production teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and workflow management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily production activities to meet customer demand and scheduled ship dates.
• Develop and maintain production schedules based on sales orders, material availability, labor capacity, and equipment requirements.
• Monitor production and adjust priorities to meet deadlines; identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain efficient manufacturing processes and standardized work procedures.
• Ensure staffing and labor allocation across production areas; track output, efficiency, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and team members; promote teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Production management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Production scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Clayton is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee our door manufacturing operations in Morristown, TN. You will lead production teams, coordinate with Purchasing, Safety, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Shipping to ensure orders are completed on time, with quality and safety as priorities.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, standard work, and cost control. You will be accountable for achieving production goals, maintaining safe practices, mentoring staff, and