Senior Group Manager

Jeld-Wen Inc.•Rantoul, IL

2d•$69,500 - $115,800

About The Position

JELD-WEN is hiring a Senior Group Manager for a hands-on manufacturing leadership role. The position directs, develops, and motivates Group Managers and Group Leaders while driving team performance and operational excellence. The Senior Group Manager is accountable for manufacturing execution across safety, quality, productivity, delivery, workforce development, and continuous improvement. The role requires a strong presence on the production floor to engage team members, remove operational barriers, and achieve performance objectives through effective leadership, accountability, and execution.

Requirements

B.A. or equivalent from a four-year college, or four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of lean manufacturing process principles in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Responsibilities

Ensure direct reports maintain current and compliant safety, process, and quality training.
Assign and manage Group Managers and Group Leaders to meet production goals and operational requirements.
Interpret and communicate process specifications, standards, and expectations to the team.
Monitor production performance and adjust labor allocation, material availability, and equipment utilization as needed.
Optimize workforce deployment to support changing production demands and priorities.
Prioritize and execute production plans using scheduling tools, run lists, and other planning resources.
Collaborate with managers and team leaders to communicate production objectives, address challenges, and ensure alignment across departments.
Lead and assign continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost reduction, and inventory management.
Promote a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Audit processes regularly to ensure compliance, consistency, and sustainability of operational standards.
Participate in Gemba walks to identify improvement opportunities and reinforce accountability and operational excellence.
Develop and mentor team members to build capability, engagement, and succession readiness.
Fulfill responsibilities associated with a full-time management position as defined by the JELD-WEN Management Agreement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for employees and their families
Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Flexible Paid Time Off for salaried positions, arranged with the manager
401k Retirement Savings Plan
Prescription Drug Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount Program