Design Manager

US LBM•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Design Manager is a senior management position that supervises a design staff. The role may be based at a single location or have responsibilities across multiple locations. It oversees the daily operation of a manufacturing design group and supports design quality, code compliance, employee development, and related personnel functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in design, engineering, or architecture, or equivalent work experience.
4–6 years of experience as a manufacturing designer in the building materials industry.
Full understanding of industry-standard design software and ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Computer and design software literacy.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of a design group for manufacturing.
Schedule designer assignments.
Review customer-submitted plans to determine whether all necessary information is available before work proceeds to the design group.
Review completed designs for design integrity and code compliance.
Conduct employee reviews and other HR functions.
Work with staff Professional Engineers or MiTek Engineers regarding code compliance.
Conduct training for design department staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Adhere to the company’s commitment to workplace safety.
Participate in and complete assigned trainings.