Line Manager

TAMKO is seeking a Line Manager at our High Street facility to supervise employees and manufacturing equipment. This position will focus on safety, quality, and production while promoting effective communication, team culture, and continuous improvement throughout the operation.

Essential Job Functions

• Take ownership of safety for self, coworkers, and the work area; promote safety programs and report concerns.
• Exemplify TAMKO core values and implement the Playbook/Playlist in daily operations.
• Develop and execute 5-S plans and promote cost-saving behaviors across the production team.
• Communicate effectively within the team and across departments including maintenance, shipping, receiving, HR, and quality control.
• Supervise daily operations including action planning during downtime and coordination with support functions.
• Perform routine inspections, review operational documentation, and report metrics such as daily KPMs, quality, and production.
• Support Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives and obtain Six Sigma Certification.
• Supervise and develop up to 20 operators; manage schedules, performance, and timecards.
• Ensure team alignment with plant goals; promote positive team culture emphasizing safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead and support culture development through team health meetings and coaching initiatives.

Education And Experience Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required; a degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment is required.
• Six Sigma Certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within a designated time frame.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook, are required.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, and use arms, hands, and fingers to handle, feel, and reach; and occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and may occasionally lift or move heavier objects with assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, where dusts and fumes could be present in the air, with or in proximity to chemicals, in hot environments, around electrical equipment, and in a loud environment. The employee must have the ability to understand and mitigate these and other risks, including by following all prescribed safety rules, and must have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, if necessary.
• Comply with all prescribed safety rules and proper use of personal protective equipment.

In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits.

TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence.

At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed.

TAMKO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.