Plant Manager

Date: Jun 24, 2026

Location: Rantoul, IL, US, 61866

Company: Jeld-Wen Inc.

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Plant Manager to join our growing team.

Purpose of Role

As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for managing all plant operations. This position has the overall responsibility for production at their respective manufacturing facility, and for driving JELD-WEN’s Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), including, but not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and initiatives in direct support of JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement for their respective product line. You will report directly to the Senior Operations Director. This is an onsite role and based in Rantoul, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all plant operations in accordance with JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement and Key Performance Indicators
• Coordinates all plant activities by working with Production and Departmental Managers to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely, cost-effective manner using LEAN manufacturing processes
• Establishes and monitors overall plant performance for safety, production, and quality standards
• Works with R&D and Engineering in developing scope of work/specs
• Direct and manage all plant operations in accordance with KPI’s
• Develops, controls and implements the plant budget to maximize profits by utilizing SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and CI initiatives
• Implements cost-effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, wages and manages capital asset/projects
• Work with R&D and support departments in testing and implementing new materials and product lines
• Coordinates plant and production activities through strategic planning with Director of Operations and the VPO, to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are aligned in accordance with KPI’s
• Oversee the implementation of safety and preventative maintenance programs, driving safety procedures, and plant cleanliness
• Incorporates shop floor organization with applicable Process Engineering personnel, to ensure production processes are effective
• Hires, trains, develops, and appraises staff effectively
• Ability to read/interpret product drawings and schematics
• Ability to coach/mentor managerial personnel, and instill cultural values in all plant personnel
• Superior motivational skills, ability to train, and drive CI methods
• Travel up to 15% +/-

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field or Associate’s degree in a related field with 10 years’ experience in a managerial capacity at JELD-WEN may be substituted for advanced degrees or an equivalent combination of education/experience at the discretion of management
• 7-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the sawmill and millwork industry
• Strong knowledge of business, finance, quality control systems, and standards
• Advanced leadership, interpersonal, technical aptitude, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and drive manufacturing process improvement techniques through the production process
• Advanced knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing process improvement techniques including, but not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
• LEAN manufacturing and production process experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other applicable software applications
• Strong knowledge of plant/OSHA health and safety standards and compliance
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Advanced knowledge of management principles and practices
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and purchasing

About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) 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. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. 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 corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’. 

What We Offer

Expected pay for this role is between $163,600.00 to $272,600.00 per year and is based on experience and qualifications.​

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
 

Nearest Major Market: Champaign
Nearest Secondary Market: Urbana

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