Assistant Production Manager - Construction

UFP Industries • Riverside, CA

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About The Position

UFP Construction is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to support leadership of manufacturing operations, employee development, and continuous improvement. The role partners closely with the Production Manager to help ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations while supporting production teams, improving processes, and achieving operational goals. It offers an opportunity for an emerging operations leader to gain exposure to plant operations, strategic planning, and production management.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or operations leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build relationships, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and inventory management.
• Experience coaching and developing employees while fostering accountability and engagement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in construction products, building materials, industrial manufacturing, or related industries.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with UFP products, operations, and company culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and profitability objectives.
• Support production planning and scheduling to meet customer demands and delivery commitments.
• Help supervise, coach, and develop production employees and team leaders.
• Monitor operational performance, productivity, and quality metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist in implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve workflow.
• Support staffing efforts to meet production requirements while maintaining cost objectives.
• Ensure employees receive training and development to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
• Monitor inventory levels, material utilization, and inventory accuracy in assigned areas.
• Assist with month-end inventory counts and inventory control processes.
• Help oversee equipment maintenance and coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain housekeeping, organization, and operational excellence throughout the facility.
• Support monitoring and control of departmental expenses and operating costs.
• Assist with purchasing supplies, processing purchase requests, and approving operational documentation as needed.
• Prepare reports, production metrics, and operational summaries for leadership review.
• Champion safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefit
• Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria, as well as individual job responsibility and performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed