Plant Manager, Millwork & Windows Operations

QXO; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

QXO in Portland, OR is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a high-volume windows, doors, and trim operation. You will drive safety, accountability, and operational excellence while overseeing production, inventory, logistics, and service delivery.

You will manage a ~45-50 person team, develop leaders, partner with sales, control budgets, and push continuous improvement to maximize quality and profitability across the facility.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, building materials, or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong business acumen with budgets, P&L, and profitability experience.
• Experience leading multi-functional teams and driving change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume manufacturing and distribution facility (production, inventory, logistics, purchasing, service).
• Direct and develop a 45–50 person team across operations, production, purchasing, service, and inside sales.
• Drive operational efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across the facility.
• Partner with sales leadership to support customer growth and market opportunities.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profit optimization.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement action plans to improve results.
• Build leadership through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Champion safety, teamwork, and employee engagement in daily operations.
• Lead change management initiatives and system enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

P&L management

ERP systems

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Operations/Supply Chain/Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

QXO in Portland, OR is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a high-volume windows, doors, and trim operation. You will drive safety, accountability, and operational excellence while overseeing production, inventory, logistics, and service delivery.

You will manage a ~45-50 person team, develop leaders, partner with sales, control budgets, and push continuous improvement to maximize quality and profitability across the facility.