Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!
Who We Are
At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.
As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.
Position Summary
The Production Manager leads extrusion operations within a designated area of the manufacturing plant and is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role works closely with or directly oversees key operational functions including Operations, Production Control, Maintenance, Human Resources, Shipping, and Receiving.
As a member of the plant leadership team, the Production Manager drives a zero-waste manufacturing culture, focused on continuous improvement and sustainable performance across SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) metrics. This position operates within a 24/7 continuous manufacturing environment and collaborates effectively within a union workforce.
What To Expect
- Lead the extrusion and manufacturing operations of a high-volume, complex production facility, with direct and indirect management responsibility for hourly employees and Production Supervisors.
- Drive Lean transformation across assigned manufacturing operations by providing clear guidance, accountability, and leadership to supervisory and production teams.
- Standardize extrusion processes (e.g., color changes, changeovers) to consistently meet or exceed quality and efficiency expectations.
- Optimize talent, processes, and equipment utilization to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance operational performance.
- Lead problem-solving initiatives across extrusion operations, including root cause analysis and implementation of sustainable countermeasures.
- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent while building a strong succession pipeline for critical roles within the team and facility.
- Partner with Local Union leadership to maintain productive labor relations and ensure safe, efficient plant operations.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred, ideally with experience in PVC or plastics extrusion; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated career progression with the capability to successfully assume increasing levels of responsibility.
- Proven leadership experience including effective hiring practices, performance management, and employee development.
- Strong track record of working collaboratively with technical staff, management, and hourly manufacturing employees.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Kaizen problem-solving methodologies, with a strong commitment to operational excellence.
Benefits of Working with Associated Materials
- Competitive Wage
- Opportunity for growth
- Long standing business model in a changing market
- Premier company culture
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401K Matching
- Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
- Discount programs
About Us
When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.
Associated Materials Innovations ... Building Products Better
Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.
Additional Information
The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Click to learn more about benefits.$90,000 - $120,000
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Skills Required
- Demonstrated career progression with ability to assume increasing responsibility
- Proven leadership experience including hiring, performance management, and employee development
- Experience leading extrusion and high-volume manufacturing operations
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Kaizen problem-solving methodologies
- Strong track record collaborating with technical staff, management, and hourly manufacturing employees
- Experience partnering with union leadership and managing in a unionized environment
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent industry experience)
- Experience with PVC or plastics extrusion (preferred)
What We Do
Associated Materials, LLC is a leading manufacturer and distributor of essential exterior building products for the residential, light commercial, and multifamily markets. Operating as a parent company for brands like Alside and Gentek Building Products, they specialize in vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, and trim, focusing on quality and innovation for new construction and remodeling projects across North America.
