Strategic Plant Operations Leader - Multi-Site

Johns Manville; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 203,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation & parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Johns Manville in Denver is seeking an Operations Leader to provide strategic direction for multiple plants. You will oversee safety, productivity, lean initiatives, and capital projects while developing site leaders and ensuring reliable operations.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing with plant management experience, heavy travel (95–120 days/year), and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or business.
• 10+ years in manufacturing with increasing levels of responsibility.
• At least 5 years in plant manager roles in glass/fiberglass operations.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience leading multi-site manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement division and plant objectives focusing on safety and productivity.
• Drive safety processes to reduce risk and injuries.
• Lead lean and cost-improvement initiatives across sites.
• Oversee plant operations, policy creation, and procedures.
• Develop managers and employees to build leadership bench strength.
• Manage employee relations programs and labor relations.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with division and corporate groups.
• Identify capital upgrades and optimize equipment utilization.
• Travel 95–120 days per year; base at a JM facility or HQ in Denver.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Operations

Continuous Improvement

Safety Management

Lean Six Sigma

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Johns Manville in Denver is seeking an Operations Leader to provide strategic direction for multiple plants. You will oversee safety, productivity, lean initiatives, and capital projects while developing site leaders and ensuring reliable operations.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing with plant management experience, heavy travel (95–120 days/year), and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.