Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Date : Jan 15, 2026

Location : Woodbridge, ON, CA, L4H 3G9

Company : Jeld-Wen Inc.

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

Summary :   Under the general direction of the Vice President & General Manager of Canada, the Plant Manager (PLM) position is responsible for, and directs and manages 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Directs and manages all Plant operations in accordance with JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Coordinates all plant activities by working with Production and Departmental Managers to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely, cost effective and efficient manner using LEAN manufacturing processes.
• Develops, controls, plans, and implements the Plant budget to maximize profits by utilizing SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Implements cost effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries, and manages capital asset / improvement projects.
• Establishes and monitors overall Plant performance for safety, production and quality standards, working closely with CI Managers and CI and Safety Teams.
• Controls and minimizes labour, overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.
• Maintains existing Plant facilities and equipment; replaces or submits requests for adjustments to Plant facilities and equipment when necessary and as needed. Works with the VP & GM of Canada, R&D, and / or Engineering in developing specs for same.
• Works closely with R&D and other JELD-WEN Administrative Support Departments in testing and implementing new materials and product lines.
• Coordinates Plant and production activities through strategic planning with Production Manager, Coordinating Managers and Group Managers and the VP & GM of Canada, to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are aligned in accordance with JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement and KPI’s.
• Oversees the implementation of safety and preventative maintenance programs, incorporating and driving safety procedures and Plant cleanliness as a priority.
• Incorporates shop floor organization with applicable Process Engineering personnel, to ensure production processes are fluid, efficient, and effective.
• Provides leadership and training to accomplish corporate goals / objectives / KPI’s.
• Provides direction, development and leadership to managerial personnel.
• Hires, trains, develops and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective actions as necessary and in a timely manner, in accordance with company policy. Consults with Human Resources, Legal and / or Corporate offices as needed on same.

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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 or follow .

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

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, retirement program, etc.

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.