Production/Manufacturing Manager - Auto Glass

Pilkington; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Education assistance

Job summary

Pilkington in Shelbyville, IN, is seeking a Production/Manufacturing Manager to lead Fabrication operations on all shifts for a 24/7 automotive glass facility. You will drive KPIs, safety, quality, and performance while coordinating with contractor sites.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of manufacturing leadership. Competitive salary ($140k–$160k/yr) plus comprehensive benefits and 401(k). Core day shift with potential extended hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/University degree in business or technically related field.
• Proven ability to adapt communication style to interact with diverse groups.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Minimum 3 years of experience successfully managing people in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated strengths in results orientation, adaptability, standards discipline, employee development, influence, and communication.
• Experience managing outsourced or contract manufacturing relationships, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and execute all Fabrication operations.
• Develop, track, and maintain Fabrication performance metrics (KPIs).
• Ensure the safety of all assigned employees through proper training and strict adherence to federal, state, and company safety regulations.
• Maintain the highest housekeeping standards throughout the Fabrication area.
• Ensure product quality meets or exceeds all internal and external customer specifications.
• Ensure all production employees are trained in workforce standardization processes and fully understand job expectations.
• Ensure all production standards and targets for throughput, downtime, yield and scrap reduction meet or exceed budgeted levels.
• Communicate effectively with employees at all levels to ensure matters of mutual concern are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
• Provide appropriate guidance, counseling, or recognition on matters related to job performance and absenteeism.
• Maintain constructive and candid relationships by addressing issues in a timely manner.
• Direct and coordinate problem solving activities utilizing the Pilkington 8 step problem solving model.
• Promote awareness and compliance with facility environmental guidelines.
• Monitor glass flow, finished goods demand, and shipment accuracy between Shelbyville and contractor sites, escalating risks or shortages as needed.
• Hold contractors accountable for adherence to quality, safety, and Fabrication process standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

People management

Manufacturing operations

Effective communication

Contract manufacturing relationships

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree in business or technically related field

Job description

Production/Manufacturing Manager - Auto Glass

Job Category: Mfg Operations

Requisition Number: PRODU004787

• Posted : October 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Shelbyville
Shelbyville, IN 46176, USA

Description

At NSG Group, collaboration sits at the heart of how we work. We strive for excellence in everything we do, empowering our colleagues to deliver quality and innovation while being given the support to find balance. From sharing expertise with our global colleagues to celebrating team successes, we create an environment where everyone can succeed. This strong, supportive culture drives progress and reinforces our position as a global leader in glass.

This position is based full-time at the Shelbyville, IN manufacturing facility, with regular presence required on the production floor across all shifts, including periodic off-shift, weekend, and holiday coverage to support a 24/7 operation. The plant environment includes exposure to manufacturing conditions typical of automotive glass processing, including heat (tempering/furnace areas), noise, glass handling, forklift and overhead crane traffic, and use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, cut-resistant gloves, steel-toed footwear) in designated areas. The role requires the physical ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the facility for extended periods, climb stairs/platforms, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Office time is spent in a standard plant administration setting.

Our Culture:

At NSG Group, collaboration sits at the heart of how we work. We strive for excellence in everything we do, empowering our colleagues to deliver quality and innovation while being given the support to find balance. From sharing expertise with our global colleagues to celebrating team successes, we create an environment where everyone can succeed. This strong, supportive culture drives progress and reinforces our position as a global leader in glass.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, plan, and execute all Fabrication operations.
• Develop, track, and maintain Fabrication performance metrics (KPIs).
• Ensure the safety of all assigned employees through proper training and strict adherence to federal, state, and company safety regulations
• Maintain the highest housekeeping standards throughout the Fabrication area.
• Ensure product quality meets or exceeds all internal and external customer specifications.
• Ensure all production employees are trained in workforce standardization processes and fully understand job expectations.
• Ensure all production standards and targets for throughput, downtime, yield and scrap reduction meet or exceed budgeted levels.
• Communicate effectively with employees at all levels to ensure matters of mutual concern are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
• Provide appropriate guidance, counseling, or recognition on matters related to job performance and absenteeism.
• Maintain constructive and candid relationships by addressing issues in a timely manner.
• Direct and coordinate problem solving activities utilizing the Pilkington 8 step problem solving model.
• Promote awareness and compliance with facility environmental guidelines.
• Monitor glass flow, finished goods demand, and shipment accuracy between Shelbyville and contractor sites, escalating risks or shortages as needed.
• Hold contractors accountable for adherence to quality, safety, and Fabrication process standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Scope/Dimensions:

• Directly manages a team of 3 salaried team members
• Indirectly manages a team of 250 salaried and hourly team members
• Liaison to external plant customers to ensure that NSG is meeting their production expectations

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Passion for Excellence – Taking responsibility and ownership for achieving results and objectives while demonstrating a sense of urgency, drive and personal commitment.
• Innovation & Change – Open to change and actively interested in new developments, technology and emerging market trends while inspiring and generating innovative ideas and solution to enhance business results.
• Influential - Conveys information and ideas to others while building rapport and making a positive and credible impact thru active listening skills and taking interest in the views and ideas of others and ensures proposals address others’ needs and priorities.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s/University degree in business or technically related field.
• Proven ability to adapt communication style to interact with diverse groups.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Minimum 3 years of experience successfully managing people in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated strengths in results orientation, adaptability, standards discipline, employee development, influence, and communication.
• Experience managing outsourced or contract manufacturing relationships, preferred.

Qualifications Desired:

• Automotive Glass Experience
• Strong in analytical, innovative and strategic problem-solving abilities.

Salary: $140k-160k+ and will depend on experience

Core Hours: Day Shift - 7am-until end of business (could be 10+hour days) with 24/7 access if needed

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.

The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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