Plant Manager 3

Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, the organization serves residential and commercial customers across new construction and repair and remodel market. The Plant Manager provides strategic leadership, operational direction, and resource stewardship for a high-volume manufacturing facility in Streetsboro, Ohio. Part of the Windows & Doors Business Unit, the facility employs approximately 300 employees and produces vinyl windows and doors. This role is accountable for driving sustainable improvements across the operation while delivering strong performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people leadership . The Plant Manager will lead the execution of cross-functional strategies aligned with the company’s manufacturing excellence roadmap, balancing long-term strategic priorities with decisive near-term actions. The successful candidate will be a visible and engaged leader who: Takes direct ownership for the safety and well-being of employees. Builds trust and leverages the knowledge and experience of the team. Develops talent and holds themselves and others to high performance standards. Serves as a change agent and effectively leads teams through organizational and operational change. Communicates clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization. Is comfortable partnering with and presenting to senior leadership. Demonstrates resilience, accountability, and a strong commitment to operational excellence. This position reports to the Director of Operations. KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operations Leadership Establish a respectful, inclusive, and accountable environment across all levels of the organization. Maintain a safe, productive, and well-organized workplace with a strong focus on operational discipline and attention to detail. Develop and execute site strategies to reduce COGS while supporting growth and expansion. Deliver year-over-year cost improvements across direct labor and overhead. Lead successful implementation, piloting, and commercialization of new products. Cross-Functional Leadership Own safety and security across the site, including employees, products, and company assets; proactively identify and address risks. Optimize production schedules to balance efficiency, customer demand, and employee well-being, including strategic use of overtime. Drive quality performance through strong adherence to quality standards, QA Index, and Right First Time metrics. Lead and support Total Quality Management (TQM) initiatives across the site. Operational Excellence Champion the company’s manufacturing excellence roadmap and hold the organization accountable for performance and leadership commitments. Embed Lean principles and employee engagement into daily operations, focusing on improving processes rather than individuals. Drive simplification and continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. Lead implementation of new equipment, including establishing project teams and ensuring effective Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) processes. Talent & Organization Build a strong talent pipeline and align training and development with the capabilities and skills needed for the future. Provide clear direction and leadership across all operations functions. Develop frontline leaders, technical talent, and the broader leadership team. Use data-driven approaches to forecast labor needs, workforce mix, and future capacity requirements. Culture & Engagement Foster a high-performance culture aligned with the company’s mission, values, and leadership expectations. Build strong community partnerships to promote manufacturing careers, develop future talent, and strengthen the company’s reputation. Use employee engagement data to identify opportunities and implement meaningful improvements to the employee experience. Establish and reinforce behaviors, systems, and practices that drive accountability, engagement, and sustained performance. Other • Lead and participate in cross-functional projects and business initiatives as needed. • Perform other duties, as required. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Business, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, 12–15 years of significant, relevant professional experience may be considered. 8+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including exposure to assembly, process engineering, warehousing, and/or packaging operations. 4+ years of people leadership experience, including leading cross-functional or multidisciplinary leadership teams. Demonstrated success applying Lean principles, tools, and systems to drive sustainable continuous improvement. Experience leading teams through the compliant execution of established management systems and processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence decision-making, and manage operational and financial performance metrics. Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain functions, including production planning, logistics, quality, materials management, and inventory control. Ability to travel approximately 10% as needed. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD and statistical analysis tools preferred. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES CBB Values & Behaviors: Consistently demonstrates CBB’s values of Safety, Integrity, and Inclusion, along with Customer-Centricity, Interconnectedness, and Continuous Improvement. Operational Excellence: Ability to develop and execute an effective operations strategy that delivers sustainable business results. Influencing: Effectively influences leaders and teams through strong communication, credibility, and relationship-building. Results Orientation: Demonstrates resilience and accountability while consistently delivering results and navigating