General Manager Truss Plant

The Lester Group Inc and all of its wholly owned subsidiaries•Martinsville, VA

About The Position

The General Manager leads all operations of the truss manufacturing plant, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable production. This role oversees people, processes, budgets, customer service, and strategic growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
4–10 years of manufacturing leadership experience (truss or building materials preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Excel and production/ERP systems.
Regular walking, standing, and sitting; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
Plant environment with moderate noise; use of safety equipment required.

Responsibilities

Manage daily plant operations including production, design, maintenance, logistics, sales, and safety.
Ensure quality output, on-time delivery, and adherence to production schedules.
Implement and improve policies, procedures, and performance standards.
Accountable to the financial performance of the operation and meeting goals set out by the executive team.
Develop and manage the plant budget; monitor financial performance.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
Support business growth through strategic planning and market awareness.
Lead and develop supervisors and staff across production, purchasing, sales, and administration.
Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and employee relations.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Partner with sales teams and the Building Supply Division to ensure accurate order fulfillment and strong customer satisfaction.
Support pricing, product planning, and delivery commitments.
Understand that our customer service model and the solutions we provide are our primary drivers of success in the market.
Champion OSHA and company safety programs.
Maintain consistent product quality and regulatory compliance.
Review operational, production, and financial reports to guide decisions.
Communicate issues, progress, and recommendations to executive leadership.
Oversees managers and staff in Production, Sales, Purchasing, Logistics, Maintenance, and Administration.