Plant Manager

Wisenbaker Builder Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisenbaker Builder Services, Inc. in Texas seeks a seasoned Plant Manager to lead daily cabinetry production operations. You will direct a diverse production team, drive efficiency, coach leaders, and apply lean methods to reduce waste while maintaining top quality.

Manage budgets, track metrics, and report to senior management for continuous improvement and culture. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership; a degree in Operations Management or Engineering is

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership.
• Experience with cabinetry production, woodwork, or similar processes is a plus.
• Strong data-driven approach to improve operations and cut costs.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily plant operations to meet targets while upholding quality.
• Manage production staff, supervisors, and department leads.
• Coach and inspire teams to align with WBS strategy and high-energy culture.
• Streamline operations to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure cabinetry meets exacting standards and address quality issues promptly.
• Oversee the plant budget and production costs.
• Provide regular performance reports to senior management.
• Improve workflows, equipment maintenance, and productivity.
• Manage PTO approvals, headcount, hours, salaries and benefits.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decision making

Production planning

Operational excellence

Team coaching

Budget management

Quality assurance

Problem solving

Education

Operations Management degree

Engineering degree

Job description

If you are wondering what's the next step in your career, take this as a sign! Imagine working in a place where your leadership skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and you’re empowered to make real changes in a growing company. How great does that sound? If you’re ready for a challenge, and thrive in fast paced environments, we want you as our Plant Manager. You’ll lead a skilled team, drive efficiency, and help shape the future of cabinet production! Your Mission? Become the driving force behind our production operations. Your primary goal? To deliver high-quality cabinetry while optimizing efficiency, safety, and team performance. You’ll You’ll be the mastermind behind our plant’s performance, overseeing everything from production schedules and workflows to employee training and continuous improvement initiatives. This is your opportunity to leave your mark on our operations, ensuring that every piece of cabinetry produced is crafted with care and precision.

What You’ll Be Doing (And Loving Every Minute of It):

• Direct daily plant operations, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Manage a diverse team of production staff, supervisors, and department leads.
• Inspire and coach your team to achieve their best work aligned to WBS strategy while promoting a collaborative, overachieving, high-energy culture.
• Use your problem-solving skills to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
• By applying lean manufacturing principles, you’ll ensure we’re always running at peak efficiency.
• Be the guardian of our product standards! Ensure every piece of cabinetry meets our exacting standards, addressing any quality concerns quickly and effectively.
• Oversee the plant’s budget and production costs, ensuring production stays within financial targets.
• Provide regular reports on performance metrics to senior management.
• Constantly look for ways to improve every facet of our plant operations, from workflow to equipment maintenance to employee productivity.
• Ensure your team's wellbeing by managing PTO approvals, headcount, hours, salaries and benefits.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 10 years in manufacturing, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• A degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but experience will speak volumes.
• Experience with cabinetry production, woodwork, or similar manufacturing processes is a major plus, but we’ll consider your transferable skills too!
• A strong understanding of manufacturing systems, production technology, and machinery.
• You use these tools to drive success.
• You thrive on challenges and use data-driven insights to find creative solutions that improve operations, cut costs, and enhance quality.

At Wisenbaker, we don’t just support the home building industry, we help build it from the ground up. As one of the largest interior finish solutions providers in the country, we partner with top home builders to deliver flooring, countertops, and cabinets that turn houses into homes. But we’re more than materials, we’re a people-powered operation where hard work is noticed, growth is real, and leadership actually leads. If you're ready to be part of something built to last, welcome to Wisenbaker.