Production Manager

CertainTeed; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CertainTeed in Ennis, Texas, is seeking a Production Manager to lead all production activities at the roofing facility, ensuring quality products are produced safely, efficiently, and to specifications. This role reports to the Operations Manager and supervises Production Supervisors and line personnel.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, cost control, and continuous improvement, with required travel ~10% and a standard 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct production to meet safety, quality, cost, and throughput requirements.
• Set schedules, assignments, and production requirements.
• Monitor performance, interpret specs, determine acceptability, and assist troubleshooting.
• Maintain knowledge of manufacturing processes to keep products within spec.
• Communicate production needs and updates to the Operations Manager.
• Collaborate with second-level operations management and support Maintenance/Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety rules.
• Report injuries, incidents, near misses, and equipment damage.
• Investigate incidents to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Assist in developing and reviewing job safety analyses and SOPs.
• Ensure waste management and recycling compliance.
• Coach and develop Production Supervisors and crews.
• Address employee matters promptly, including payroll and recognition.
• Maintain open communication, labor relations, and respect at work.
• Promote continuous improvement and safe practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean Manufacturing

5S principles

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading/writing math basics

Travel ~10%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year degree preferred

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The Production Manager leads all production activities at our Ennis, Texas roofing manufacturing facility, ensuring quality products are produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established process specifications. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and manages Production Supervisors and production line personnel assigned to the production crews.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The Production Manager leads all production activities at our Ennis, Texas roofing manufacturing facility, ensuring quality products are produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established process specifications. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and manages Production Supervisors and production line personnel assigned to the production crews.

In This Role, You Will

• Supervise and direct production activities to meet or exceed safety, quality, cost, throughput, and process requirements.
• Establish and coordinate work schedules, assignments, production requirements, and operational activities.
• Monitor production and processing performance, interpret production specifications, determine product acceptability, and assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Maintain a working knowledge of manufacturing processes to ensure products are manufactured within specification.
• Communicate production requirements and performance updates to the Operations Manager.
• Collaborate as a member of the plant’s second-level operations management team and support Maintenance and Engineering activities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Report injuries, recordable incidents, first-aid cases, near misses, environmental events, and property or equipment damage.
• Participate in incident and near-miss investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support the development and review of job safety analyses and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with waste management and recycling responsibilities.
• Coach, mentor, train, and develop Production Supervisors and production crews.
• Address employee matters consistently and promptly, including payroll, recognition, performance accountability, and corrective action.
• Administer work rules equitably, maintain open communication, support positive labor relations, and ensure employees are treated with dignity and respect.
• Promote continuous improvement, safe work practices, effective housekeeping, and operational accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work behaviors and the ability to understand machine operations.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze information, evaluate results, select appropriate solutions, and solve problems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Working knowledge of production operations, practices, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to develop, motivate, coach, and direct employees.
• Ability to work a day shift, including weekends, on a rotating or fixed schedule.
• Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% for training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year degree; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Five-plus years of supervisory experience with exposure to a manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands

• Constant vision, reading and writing, speaking, and hearing.
• Occasional climbing and balancing; bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; standing and walking; and sitting.
• Rare finger, grasping, handling, feeling, and repetitive wrist, hand, or finger motions.
• Walking, bending, twisting, gripping, climbing stairs and ladders, entering confined spaces, and navigating rough terrain.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Potential for extended periods of sitting, walking, or standing, computer use, and telephone conversations.
• Use of a computer, two-way radio, and audiovisual or presentation materials.
• Ability to speak clearly and see details within a few feet.

The position works in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. Conditions may include heat, cold, humidity, dust, fumes, dirt, chemicals, gases, smoke, noise above 80 decibels, hazardous materials, vibration, poor lighting, confined areas, moving equipment, and required use of safety equipment or protective clothing. Manufacturing materials include granules, silica sand, fiberglass, asphalt coating, crushed rock, and polypropylene.

a Little More About Us

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].

Benefits In Joining Us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program