Operations Manager

Cornerstone Building Brands•Welcome, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager leads all technical aspects of extrusion operations, ensuring optimal process performance, product quality, and operational efficiency. This role partners closely with production and leads the maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to drive continuous improvement, reduce waste, and support safe, high-performing manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of extrusion manufacturing experience (plastics, vinyl, or similar)
Strong understanding of extrusion processes, materials, and tooling
Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and drive measurable improvements

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Familiarity with ERP/manufacturing systems

Responsibilities

Lead extrusion process optimization, troubleshooting, and performance improvement across all lines
Establish and maintain standard process parameters to ensure consistency and quality
Analyze production data to identify trends and drive efficiency, yield, and throughput improvements
Provide hands-on technical support during startups, changeovers, and operational disruptions
Leads the Maintenance Team to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime
Lead Lean/continuous improvement initiatives, including scrap and cost reduction efforts
Ensure processes meet internal quality standards and customer specifications
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process-related issues
Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and new line installations
Train, coach, and develop technical staff and operators to build capability across the team