Plant Manager 1

Cornerstone Building Brands; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands seeks a strategic Plant Manager for its Ocala, FL plant. This role requires leadership in operational excellence and process management, focusing on driving improvements while fostering a positive work culture. A competitive salary with additional benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement is offered. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and people management.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing.
• Previous people management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Champion the manufacturing excellence roadmap and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Develop site strategies to manage costs and expand growth.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Process management

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Statistical packages

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:
This role requires a strategic leader with strong business acumen, financial responsibility experience, and expertise in managing processes and projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about driving operational excellence while fostering a positive workplace culture. Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to oversee our plant in Ocala, FL.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Excellence

• Champion the manufacturing excellence roadmap, holding yourself and others accountable for commitments.
• Drive process improvements and simplify operations, focusing on cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee the Commissioning/Qualification/Verification (CQV) process for new equipment installations.
• Develop site strategies to manage Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and support growth or expansion.
• Achieve cost savings by optimizing direct labor and overhead expenses.
• Oversee and implement new product launches and pilot projects successfully.
• Create schedules that balance production efficiency, supply delivery, and employee well-being, strategically leveraging overtime when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, including QA Index and Right First Time metrics.
• Drive Total Quality Management (TQM) activities across the plants.

Leadership

• Foster a culture that aligns with our mission, values, and success model.
• Invest in talent development, aligning training initiatives with future business needs.
• Provide guidance to operations groups and develop leadership and technical teams.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience with a strong business acumen and demonstrated financial responsibility.
• Expertise in process management, project oversight, and driving operational improvements.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Total Quality Management practices.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, alternatively, 7-10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing (packaging, process engineering, warehousing, and assembly).
• Previous people management responsibilities.
• Proven track record of applying lean tools and processes for sustained improvement.
• Experience leading teams through formal management systems.
• Experience participating on cross-functional teams, driving decision-making, and overseeing operational and financial metrics.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing supply chain functions (planning, logistics, quality, materials management, inventory control)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products; familiarity with AutoCAD and statistical packages preferred.
• Some Transportation background preferred

Additional Information

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000 - $115,000 + 15% Bonus. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.