Plant Manager - Millwork / Woodwork

UFP Industries, Inc

Stafford (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA with company contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Quest Design & Millwork in Texas is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead manufacturing operations, driving safety, quality and productivity across production, warehouse and maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in manufacturing management, strong woodworking process knowledge, and a proven ability to manage fast-paced, high-mix projects while developing leaders and controlling costs.

Qualifications

10+ years of manufacturing management experience.
Experience managing multiple departments in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of woodworking manufacturing processes, equipment, finishing, assembly, and shipping operations.
Commitment to workplace safety and employee engagement.
Experience with fast-paced, quick-turn custom manufacturing projects.
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead all daily plant operations including production, warehouse, shipping, maintenance and facility management.
Enforce safety policies and OSHA regulations.
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, delivery and cost.
Develop production schedules and adjust manpower to meet changing demands.
Ensure products meet high standards of craftsmanship and quality.
Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, and Shipping to complete projects on time and within budget.
Develop, coach and mentor supervisors and employees to build future leaders.
Monitor production performance using KPIs and take corrective actions.
Manage labor, overtime, material usage, waste reduction and costs.
Understand financial reports and metrics to improve profitability.
Foster a positive, respectful and accountable work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Leadership

Safety culture

ERP/MRP systems

Lean manufacturing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Quest Design & Millwork is seeking an experienced and results-driven Plant Managerto lead our manufacturing operations. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, including safety, quality, productivity, scheduling, cost management, and employee development. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with extensive experience in custom millwork and display manufacturing who thrives in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment.

Safety is our highest priority. We are looking for a leader who will foster a culture where every employee goes home safely every day while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all daily plant operations, including production, manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, maintenance, and facility management.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost.
Develop production schedules and quickly adjust manpower and priorities to meet changing customer demands and expedited projects.
Ensure all products meet the company's high standards for craftsmanship and quality.
Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, and Shipping to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Develop, coach, mentor, and hold supervisors and employees accountable while building future leaders within the organization.
Monitor production performance using KPIs and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Manage labor efficiency, overtime, material usage, waste reduction, and manufacturing costs.
Understand financial reports and operational metrics to make informed business decisions that improve profitability.
Foster a positive, respectful and accountable work environment focused on teamwork and communication.
Lead problem-solving initiatives and drive continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of manufacturing management experience, preferably in custom millwork, cabinetry, architectural woodworking, retail fixtures, or display manufacturing.
Proven leadership experience managing multiple departments in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of woodworking manufacturing processes, equipment, finishing, assembly, and shipping operations.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and employee engagement.
Experience managing fast-paced, quick-turn custom manufacturing projects.
Strong scheduling and production planning skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Excellent leadership, communication, coaching and conflict-resolution skills.
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, labor management, productivity analysis, and cost reduction initiatives.
Experience with ERP/MRP manufacturing systems is preferred.
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience is highly desirable.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) is strongly preferred.

Preferred Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
High level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.
Excellent interpersonal and team-building abilities.
Ability to motivate employees while maintaining high performance expectations.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a leader who:

Put Safety Firstin every decision.
Leads by example and earns the respect of the team.
Develop people and build future leaders.
Balances quality, productivity and customer satisfaction.
Think strategically while remaining hands-on when needed.
Understands the importance of controlling costs without sacrificing quality or safety.
Embraces accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

If you are passionate about leading people, improving operations and delivering exceptional custom millwork and display products, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help shape the future of our manufacturing operations.

Bonus/Incentive Pay:

Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria and individual job responsibility and performance.

Benefits currently offered to our employees: