Sr. Manager, Production Planning

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Sr. Manager, Production Planning to join our growing team.

 

Summary

As a Sr. Manager, Production Planning, you will oversee manufacturing and/or production operations, including assembly, machinery, processing and/or packaging. You will set production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, materials supply, staffing resources and volume required to meet demand and to ensure maximum production quantity and quality. Utilizes in-depth professional knowledge but is guided by functional practices and well-defined management precedents. Focuses on implementing and executing strategies within own department, family, and team.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs tasks such as taking inventory, making supply orders, handling disputes among team members and regularly assessing safety standards in all areas.
• Plans and prepares manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to establish sequence and lead time of each production operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions; includes estimating. Analyzes plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources; prepares production reports.
• Motivating, supporting, and providing guidance to all levels of department staff
• Ensures all safety and health standards are met to keep an organization accident-free
• Communicating regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production
• Evaluates machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
• Establishes a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Sets productivity goals for each manufacturing team or product line
• Develops workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality
• Ensures adequate scheduling of staff of assigned product lines

 

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or Manufacturing Technology, master’s degree preferred

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility that offered the opportunity to gain a well-rounded background in quality.
• Should have experience working in a wood manufacturing environment. 
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Understand production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-term goals.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written). Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office and the use of statistical software.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Strong analytical ability with the ability to troubleshoot problems that arise.
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required. Demonstrated good internal customer service skills. Good presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
   

 

 

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., the company operates facilities in 16 countries in North America and Europe and employs approximately 18,000 people. Since 1960, the JELD-WEN team has been committed to making quality products that create safe and sustainable environments for customers, associates and local communities. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide; LaCantina™ and VPI™ in North America; and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit jeld-wen.com.

In 2022, Newsweek named JELD-WEN as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies. 

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. JELD-WEN does not accr