Area Manager

Wilsonart International•Taylor, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Win at Wilsonart At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life. Here, you’ll win with: Support that keeps you well Medical, dental, and life insurance Company-paid short- and long-term disability FSAs and dependent care options Vision and legal benefits Gym discounts and wellness clinics Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents Opportunities to grow Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility Training, coaching, and mentorship Development programs to support your goals Time for what matters Paid vacation and holidays in your first year A culture that respects work-life balance Job Description: JOB SUMMARY: The Area Manager – Production is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations across the facility, including Casting and Fabrication. This role provides both strategic and day-to-day leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of production reliability. As a key member of the Operations Leadership Team, this position drives performance in safety, quality, delivery and cost. The Area Manager leads supervisors and frontline teams while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive results through both production teams
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations
Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and CNC systems
Knowledge of OSHA, ISO, and environmental compliance standards
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
Proven ability to lead change and drive operational transformation
Strong business acumen with focus on cost, efficiency, and performance
Bachelor Degree Required
Concentration in Engineering, Business or related field
10+ years Manufacturing Environment

Responsibilities

Lead all production departments to achieve plant and business unit goals
Establish and drive performance metrics across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment reliability
Oversee daily operations using data, KPIs, and visual management systems
Coordinate priorities and resources across departments to optimize plant-wide performance
Serve as the primary point of contact for production operations
Drive equipment uptime, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Partner with EHS to ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations
Evaluate equipment performance and support capital improvement and replacement initiatives
Conduct feasibility and cost-benefit analyses for new equipment, upgrades, and modifications
Manage budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures
Lead continuous improvement by implementing Wilsonart Operating System, utilizing 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, and 80/20 principles
Drive process improvements across production functions
Partner with technical teams to develop and improve SOPs and operational standards
Support automation and modernization initiatives
Champion a strong safety culture across production teams
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, ISO requirements, and internal policies
Lead safety training, audits, and monthly safety meetings
Ensure adherence to quality systems and continuous improvement of product consistency
Own and manage operational cost drivers
Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives across labor, materials, and spend
Align operational decisions with business strategy and financial objectives
Monitor departmental budgets and ensure efficient resource utilization
Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors, leads and frontline teams
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Develop team capabilities through training, mentorship, and succession planning
Review and approve performance evaluations and support goal-setting
Foster strong communication, trust, respect and collaboration across teams
Communicate priorities, performance, and expectations clearly across all levels
Partner cross-functionally to resolve operational challenges
Support employee engagement and positive employee relations across departments