Job Purpose:
You carry the weight of the entire plant—but no one sees it.
You've spent years running operations, solving problems no one else can, and making things happen under pressure—yet still find yourself fighting for resources, support, and recognition. At Wisenbaker, we do things differently. We know the person leading production is the engine of the business, so we give you the tools, autonomy, and respect you need to lead at a high level and actually enjoy doing it.
This is a senior leadership role. We're looking for someone with deep manufacturing and team management experience.
Your Mission?
Take full ownership of plant production performance across our cabinetry manufacturing operations. You’ll guide and support Plant Supervisors and department heads, translating business goals into factory floor execution. You’ll elevate our production strategy while ensuring quality, safety, and delivery metrics are met or exceeded. Your leadership won’t just affect numbers—it will shape culture, morale, and our bottom line.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
What You’ll Be Doing (And Loving Every Minute of It):
•Direct daily plant operations, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining the highest quality standards.
•Manage a diverse team of production staff, supervisors, and department leads. Inspire and coach your team to achieve their best work aligned to WBS strategy while promoting a collaborative, overachieving, high-energy culture.
•Use your problem-solving skills to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve throughput. By applying lean manufacturing principles, you’ll ensure we’re always running at peak efficiency.
•Be the guardian of our product standards! Ensure every piece of cabinetry meets our exacting standards, addressing any quality concerns quickly and effectively.
•Oversee the plant’s budget and production costs, ensuring production stays within financial targets. Provide regular reports on performance metrics to senior management
•Constantly look for ways to improve every facet of our plant operations, from workflow to equipment maintenance to employee productivity.
•Ensure your team's wellbeing by managing PTO approvals, headcount, hours, salaries and benefits.
Qualifications & Required Skills:
What We’re Looking For:
•At least 7+ years in manufacturing, with 5+ years in a leadership role..
•A degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but experience will speak volumes.
•Experience with cabinetry production, woodwork, or similar manufacturing processes is a major plus, but we’ll consider your transferable skills too!
•A strong understanding of manufacturing systems, production technology, and machinery. You use these tools to drive success.
•You thrive on challenges and use data-driven insights to find creative solutions that improve operations, cut costs, and enhance quality.
About the Company:
Wisenbaker Builder Services is a family-owned industry leader in stylish, on-trend interior finishes for residential builders. As one of the nation’s largest providers of flooring, cabinets, countertops, and window coverings, we take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship and exceptional service. Recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2024, we foster a collaborative and innovative environment where our team thrives.
We believe in taking care of our people, offering competitive pay, profit sharing, health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and growth opportunities. At Wisenbaker, your success matters, and we’re committed to helping you build a rewarding career.
Job Type: Full-Time