Plant Manager III - job 1 of 3

Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +100 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

About the Role

The Plant Manager is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and resource stewardship for a high-volume manufacturing site located in Auburn, WA. The plant is part of the Aperture business unit, employing approximately 300 employees, and produces Ply Gem Windows and Doors. This role is accountable for driving timely and impactful improvements to the operating environment and for delivering performance at or above expectations for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and their team.

The Plant Manager will lead the execution of cross-functional strategies and plans that ensure we execute the company’s manufacturing excellence roadmap. The goals of this role is to manage structured change and combine long-term thinking with near term actions and decisions.

This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Leadership

• Develop and execute site strategies for COGS reduction while managing growth and/or expansion, demonstrating strong financial acumen and strategic planning.
• Deliver year-over-year savings in direct labor and overhead by applying lean principles and CPS knowledge, with a high say/do ratio aligned to SQDCT metrics.
• Exhibit adaptive leadership in navigating complexity and driving turnaround efforts where needed.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Take ownership of safety and security across people, products, and assets, using EQ and situational awareness to assess and address risks proactively.
• Build cross-functional relationships to create optimized schedules that balance production efficiency, supply delivery, and employee well-being, leveraging strategic use of overtime.

Operations Excellence

• Reinforce the manufacturing excellence roadmap by holding self and others accountable for performance and leadership commitments, fostering engagement and accountability.
• Champion lean thinking and embed employee engagement into daily operations, focusing on process improvement and continuous development.

Talent & Organization

• Actively identify and develop talent, serving as a team builder who balances selection and growth of associates.
• Align training and development to future-focused mindsets and skillsets, using both qualitative and quantitative approaches to forecast labor demand and mix.

Culture

• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement that reflects our mission, values, and success model.
• Influence associate engagement through customer-savviness, interpersonal effectiveness, and a leadership style that adapts to team dynamics and business needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven track record in production or operations management, leading facilities with at least $75 million in annual sales. Experience in complex, custom manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong experience working directly with customers, managing relationships, and ensuring satisfaction with on-time and in-full delivery.

Site Address: 5001 D Street NW, Auburn, WA 98001, USA

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.**Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The US average hourly pay for this role is $20.00-$25.00  + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.