Plant Manager 2

Cornerstone Building Brands; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

PTO and holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Plant Manager II to oversee manufacturing sites, drive improvements, and align performance with safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will lead cross-functional strategies, manage change, and balance long-term vision with immediate action to deliver manufacturing excellence.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, 3+ years in people management, and a proven lean toolkit.

Qualifications

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, or 10–12 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing (packaging, process engineering, warehousing and assembly).
• Minimum 3 years in a people management role.
• Proven track record applying lean tools and processes for sustained improvement (5S, 5Y, Fishbone, PDCA, Kaizen).
• Experience leading teams through formal management systems (Oracle, MES).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing supply chain functions (planning, logistics, quality, inventory).
• Requires minimal travel (10%).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD and statistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional strategies and drive manufacturing excellence.
• Provide safety leadership and build trust with senior leaders.
• Develop and execute site strategies for cost of goods sold and lean cost improvements.
• Oversee quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate talent development and leadership training.

Skills

5S

PDCA

Kaizen

Fishbone

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

Oracle

MES software

CPS pillars

Job description

Job Description

The Plant ManagerIIis responsible foroverseeing manufacturing sites, driving improvements, and ensuring performance aligns with safety, quality, delivery, and cost expectations. They lead cross-functional strategies, manage structured change, and balance long-term vision with immediate actions. Effective Plant Managers prioritize safety, build trust, and communicate effectively with senior leaders.

Plant Managers take direct responsibility for team safety, build trust, develop team members, and sethigh expectations. They act as change agents, communicate effectively with senior leaders, anddemonstratepersonal resilience. Reporting to the Director of Operations, they play a crucial role in driving performance and executing manufacturing excellence strategies.

Operations Leadership

• Set a consistent expectation for respectful and inclusive relationships among supervisors, peers, and employees.
• Create work environments that positivelyimpactourphysicallyand mental well-being, emphasizing attention to detail in both output quality and daily routines.
• Develop site strategies for COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) while effectively managing growth and/or expansion.
• Achieve year-to-year cost savings byoptimizingdirect labor and overhead expenses.
• Oversee and ensurethe successfulimplementation of newproductsorpilot projects.

Cross Functional Leadership

• Prioritize the safety and security of employees and company assets.Identifyand address immediate safety concerns.
• Create schedules that balance production efficiency, supply delivery, and employee well-being while strategically using overtime as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards (QA Index and Right First Time).
• Drive TQM activities within thesites.

Operations Excellence

• Invest time in reinforcing the manufacturing excellence roadmap.
• Hold oneself and others accountable for performance and leadership commitments.
• Implement ways of working that promote lean thinking and employee engagement. Focus on process improvement rather than individual blame.
• Drive efforts to simplify processes within the site; prioritize changes thatimpactoperational cost.
• Assistinestablishingproject teams for new equipment, clearly define a Commissioning/Qualification/Verification (CQV) process approach.

Talent & Organization

• Invest effort in talent development, aligning training with future business needs; focus on mindsets and skillsets crucial for our business
• Providetactical guidance to all operations groups.
• Develop and train leadership and technical teams.
• Use qualitative and quantitative methods to forecast labor demand and mix.

Culture

• Foster a culture aligned with our mission, values, and success model.
• Activelyparticipatein the community, raise awareness about manufacturing industry opportunities, nurture future manufacturing talent, enhance the company’s reputation, and give back.
• Develop approaches to improve culture based on employee engagement survey data.
• Implement solutions that drive a high-performance culture.

Other

• Lead andparticipatein cross-functional projects and business initiatives.
• Perform other duties asrequired.
• Environment and ability to energize others towards the achievement of businessobjectives.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in engineering or business,alternatively,10-12 years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum5 years in manufacturing (packaging, process engineering, warehousing, and assembly).
• Minimum of 3 years in people management role.
• Proventrack recordof applying lean toolsandprocessesfor sustained improvement. 5s, 5y, Fishbone, PDCA, Kaizen
• Experience leading teams through formal management systems. Oracle, MES software, CPS pillars
• Experienceparticipatingoncross-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).
• Requires minimal travel (10%).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products; familiarity with AutoCAD and statistical packages preferred.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Cornerstone Building Brands (CBB) Values and Behaviors & Mindsets– Act consistently withCBB’sValues (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).
• Operations Excellence-Demonstratedability to successfully develop and executean operationsstrategy.
• Influencing– Proficient in influencing leaders through a variety of techniques.
• Results Orientation– Resilient withdemonstratedability to consistently deliver onaccountabilities, including overcoming setbacks and navigating obstacles.
• Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving/Analytical– Highly numerate and data-driven with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Collaboration– Highly collaborative team player. Partners with others across functional disciplines with respect and humility.
• Change Management– Ability to lead change in a way that brings peoplealong inthe journey.
• Systematic– Thinks/acts using clear, sound, and repeatable methods and approaches.
• Presence– Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong ability to present to all levels of the organization: from production associates to senior executives.
• Energy– High positive energy to take on complex business challenges in a fast-paced environment and ability to energize others towards the achievement of businessobjectives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – ability tolift upto 30 lbs.
• Mobility – Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.
• Exposure – Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance – High noise levels.

Additional Information

Address: 6914 Hwy 2 Oak Grove, LA 71263

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. 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.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. 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.

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

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 planfor 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.

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

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.