Hiring: Operations Manager Company: Clayton Location: Crossville, TN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:39:20 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in Production Management, Operations Management in manufacturing environment required. •Prior experience in Production / Operations for manufactured windows, supply / distribution preferred. •Prior P & L and commercial responsibility is required. Required Skills: •Provide sound leadership, coaching, mentoring, and direction for personnel development and employee engagement •Reviewing production performance and identifying training opportunities of production personnel as necessary •Be safety minded and ability to put Safety 1st - Ensure compliance with company & occupational health & safety regulations •Lead by example, setting a positive tone for the organization, creating a motivating work environment and elevating the overall team member experience across functions •Develop and approve the business’ budget and operational objectives, and monitor performance against same •Improve production processes for the purpose of improving overall quality, reducing lead-times, and lowering costs of operations by utilizing Lean Manufacturing methods, 6S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, etc. applications where necessary •Establish production objectives & monitor Plant performance to established objectives •Coordination of the utilization of plant facilities, equipment, materials and production manpower Qualifications: •Excellent planning and organizational skills •Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills at all levels •Microsoft Word, Excel, as well as strong math skills •Must be detail-oriented and can multi-task effectively •Demonstrated adherence to safety protocols •Demonstrated capacity to adapt quickly and make sound decisions in a changing, fast-paced work environment •Pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical •As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. •Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton •Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations, Management, or related field required. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!