Bilingual Department Manager - 2nd ShiftLocation: Pella, IA SUMMARY Coordinates all manufacturing activities in assigned department(s) to produce high quality parts and assembly for all Pella Window and Door products while satisfying the customer at the lowest possible cost. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures which support total customer satisfaction, both internally and externally, where applicable in relation to this position. Responsible for the safety of his/her personnel. The Department Manager ensures that all employees understand and abide by required safety rules and regulations. To accomplish this, the Department Manager will conduct regularly scheduled safety trainings, communicate Plant safety objectives, drive improvements in job rotation and ergonomics and perform accurate documentation of safety related issues. Also encourages employees to suggest ways to make the area or operation safer.  Enforces all safety and housekeeping rules and uses disciplinary action as needed.   Responsible for maintaining the high Pella quality standards.  To accomplish this objective, continually educates all employees concerning the quality of our products by instructing them on the proper use of their equipment, explaining to them the quality guidelines for their operation and how their operation fits into the final production of the unit.  Informs employees of problems found in audits and/or inspections. Thoroughly investigates quality issues to identify root cause and drives improvement efforts accordingly.    Additionally, conducts a proper follow-up on all customer complaints and instructs employees on proper repairs, scrap and salvage. Responsible for improving labor efficiency and delivery within assigned Department(s) by utilizing the tools outlined in the Performance Management Cycle. The Department Manager sets goals, documents standards, identifies abnormalities, and collects data as needed. Additionally, leads daily efforts to address abnormalities by presenting information to the Plant resource team (MDI). He/She informs employees of actions taken to address issues and encourages others to seek out ways to improve their operation. The Department Manager communicates daily production requirements and makes appropriate changes to schedule and staffing to meet the varying production rates. He/She is also responsible for maintaining a high level of order completions on the schedule. Accomplishes this by keeping up to date on all delinquent orders and other aspects of scheduling. Takes necessary steps to assure that the area has the necessary material to adequately reach quotas, takes necessary steps to assure there is enough workable equipment to meet quotas, and additionally uses preventative maintenance to help prevent machine shutdown. Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement events in relation to both cost and quality/safety. Responsible for two-way communication with management and service functions.  Responsible for lateral communication with other managers. Responsible for maintaining a high level of employee morale within the department.  To accomplish this, properly orients all new employees and follows up on that orientation.  Encourages all employees to read their handbooks and bulletin boards, keeps employees informed about changes in Corporation policy, and encourages a one-to-one relationship with everyone.  Encourages a team effort attitude and utilizes discipline as needed to maintain a respectful work environment. Demonstrates Servant Leadership through daily interaction and follow-up with all team members. Actively pursues self development activities to improve technical, physical, mental and mechanical skills. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly supervises up to 30-40 employees.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training and certifying employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating  performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

About Pella Corporation

As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024, as well as Forbes' 2024 Best Employers for Women and Best-In-State Employer in Iowa. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024 and Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.

At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you’re most proud of — that’s why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.

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