Plant Manager 2

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

PTO / paid holidays

401(k) / retirement plan

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Plant Manager II to oversee manufacturing sites, drive improvements, and ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost targets. You will lead cross-functional strategies, manage change, and align long-term vision with action while prioritizing safety and building trust with senior leaders.

You will report to the Director of Operations and play a key role in driving performance through lean principles, team development, and effective communication across

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.
• Experience applying lean tools and processes (5S, 5Y, Fishbone, PDCA, Kaizen).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and overseeing metrics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD and statistics packages.

Responsibilities

• Set expectations for respectful and inclusive relationships among supervisors, peers, and employees.
• Create work environments focusing on safety and well‑being, with attention to output quality.
• Develop site strategies for COGS, manage growth or expansion.
• Achieve year‑to‑year cost savings by optimizing direct labor and overhead.
• Oversee successful implementation of new products or pilots.
• Lead cross‑functional teams, address safety concerns.
• Balance production efficiency with supply delivery and overtime use.
• Drive lean thinking and continuous improvement across sites.

Skills

Safety leadership

Lean tools

Cross-functional leadership

Operations management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

10–12 years of relevant professional experience

Tools

Oracle

MES software

AutoCAD

Job description

Mueller is now part of the Cornerstone Building Brands family, strengthening our commitment to serving our communities where we live, work, and play with quality and innovative metal building solutions.

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low‑rise non‑residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market‑leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi‑channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

Job Description

The Plant ManagerII is responsible for overseeing 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 set high expectations. They act as change agents, communicate effectively with senior leaders, and demonstrate personal 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 positively impact our physically and 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 by optimizing direct labor and overhead expenses.


• Oversee and ensure the successful implementation of new product or pilot projects.

Cross Functional Leadership

• Prioritize the safety and security of employees and company assets. Identify and 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 the sites.

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 that impact operational cost.


• Assist in establishing project 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.


• Provide tactical 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.


• Actively participate in 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 and participate in cross‑functional projects and business initiatives.


• Perform other duties as required.


• Environment and ability to energize others towards the achievement of business objectives.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, alternatively, 10‑12 years of relevant professional experience.


• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing (packaging, process engineering, warehousing, and assembly).


• Minimum of 3 years in people management role.


• Proven track record of applying lean tools and processes for sustained improvement. 5s, 5y, Fishbone, PDCA, Kaizen


• Experience leading teams through formal management systems. Oracle, MES software, CPS pillars


• 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).


• 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 with CBB’s Values (Safety, Integrity, & Inclusion) and Behaviors & Mindsets (Customer‑Centricity, Interconnectedness, Continuous Improvement).


• Operations Excellence - Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and execute an operations strategy.


• Influencing – Proficient in influencing leaders through a variety of techniques.


• Results Orientation – Resilient with demonstrated ability to consistently deliver on accountabilities, 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 people along in the 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 business objectives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – ability to lift up to 30 lbs.


• Mobility – Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.


• Exposure – Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non‑climate‑controlled environment.

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.

• 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.

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 we live, 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 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.

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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