Production Manager – Windows & Doors (m/f/d)

Job description

**Major tasks** As the Production Manager – Windows & Doors at Kömmerling USA, you will **oversee all manufacturing operations** for our windows and doors product lines, **ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards** are consistently met or exceeded. You will **manage and develop a team of supervisors, fabricators, and quality associates**, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. This role requires a **strategic leader with hands-on production expertise in the window and door industry**, capable of coordinating across departments to meet customer demand, optimize processes, and achieve production targets. **Key responsibilities** - Lead and manage the entire Windows & Doors production department, including supervisors, fabricators (automated, non-automated, specials), and quality associates - Develop and execute production plans to meet delivery schedules, quality requirements, and cost targets - Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, conducting regular safety audits and risk assessments - Oversee quality control processes to ensure all products meet design specifications and customer requirements - Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing and root cause analysis - Monitor production metrics such as OEE, scrap rates, and output, implementing corrective actions when necessary - Coordinate with logistics, maintenance, and engineering to ensure material availability, equipment reliability, and process optimization - Manage staffing requirements, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and development of team members - Develop and enforce SOPs and ensure adherence across all process - Lead daily and weekly production meetings to review performance, address issues, and align on priorities - Maintain accurate production records and provide regular reports to upper management - Implement cost reduction strategies while maintaining product quality and safety standards - Coordinate daily with the technical department to review production capacity, assess feasibility, and align on timelines for fulfilling customer orders - Willingness to travel when required by the company **Requirements** - Minimum 5 years’ supervisory or managerial experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in windows and doors production - Proven track record in team leadership, process improvement, and operational efficiency - Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies - Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and use precision measuring equipment - Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) - Proficient in production planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Fluency in English, both spoken and written, with the ability to use and understand technical terminology - Willingness to work shifts and weekends as required **We offer** **Work-Life-Balance:** Paid holidays and paid time off, 401(k), 401(k) matching **Income:**Fair salaries & weekly meal allowance provided by the company **Teambuildung:** Corporate events, team events, cooperative work atmosphere **Career & Development:** Career opportunities, training and further education, global perspectives **Health Benefits:** Dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, vision insurance