Production Manager

Wisenbaker-Builder-Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisenbaker is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day countertop manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing with at least 3 years in production leadership, and a strong Lean manufacturing background to drive continuous improvement across departments such as Operations, Maintenance, Inventory, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience, with at least 3 years in a production leadership role.
• Experience in countertop, stone fabrication, cabinetry, or related manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with production scheduling, labor planning, and operational performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Mental stamina to handle manufacturing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily countertop manufacturing operations to meet production, quality, safety and delivery goals.
• Execute production schedules balancing labor, equipment and materials.
• Monitor daily performance and adjust resources to meet demand.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and operating procedures.
• Drive waste reduction and continuous improvement via Lean initiatives.
• Use KPIs and data to improve throughput and labor productivity.
• Manage budgets, labor costs, overtime, and expenses while seeking cost reductions.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Operations leadership

Production scheduling

Labor planning

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree (Operations/Manufacturing/Engineering/Business)

Job description

Please note – This role is being managed on an exclusive, single source basis. Speculative resumes sent by agencies or received from any other source will be disregarded.Job PurposeAt Wisenbaker, every countertop we manufacture represents a commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and customer satisfaction. The Production Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of our countertop manufacturing facility, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality.This role oversees all aspects of production, including scheduling, workforce management, equipment utilization, quality, productivity, inventory flow, and continuous improvement. The Production Manager partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Inventory, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Safety to ensure production goals are achieved while developing a high-performing team focused on operational excellence.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesLead all daily countertop manufacturing operations to ensure production, quality, safety, and delivery goals are consistently achieved.Execute production schedules while balancing labor, equipment capacity, and material availability to maximize efficiency.Monitor daily production performance and adjust resources as necessary to meet changing business demands.Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, employee engagement, and continuous improvement while developing tomorrow's leaders.Ensure countertops are manufactured in accordance with company quality standards, customer specifications, and established operating procedures.Drive reductions in scrap, rework, waste, and production downtime through Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.Utilize production metrics, KPIs, and operational data to identify trends, improve throughput, and optimize labor productivity.Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, overtime, and operational expenses while identifying opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or customer service.Qualifications & Required SkillsBachelor's degree in Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience considered.5+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 3 years in a production leadership role.Countertop, stone fabrication, cabinetry, building products, or related manufacturing experience strongly preferred.Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.Experience managing production scheduling, labor planning, and operational performance.Excellent communication and leadership abilities.Mental stamina is essential. While unexpected challenges are part of manufacturing logistics, our team works together to overcome them while continuously improving processes to prevent future issues.About The CompanyAt Wisenbaker, we don’t just support the homebuilding industry, we help build it from the ground up. As one of the largest interior finish solutions providers in the country, we partner with top homebuilders to deliver flooring, countertops, and cabinets that turn houses into homes. But we’re more than materials, we’re a people-powered operation where hard work is noticed, growth is real, and leadership actually leads. If you're ready to be part of something built to last, welcome to Wisenbaker.