Plant Manager

UFP Industries•Nampa, ID

About The Position

UFP Factory Built, a division of UFP Industries, is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a manufacturing facility supplying structural components and engineered solutions for manufactured housing, modular construction, RV, and cargo trailer manufacturers. The Plant Manager leads all aspects of plant operations, including production, safety, quality, inventory, maintenance, and team development, with responsibility for achieving operational and financial goals and supporting customer satisfaction and business growth. The role calls for a hands-on operations leader who builds and develops teams, improves processes, solves problems, and promotes accountability and continuous improvement. The position offers autonomy in managing the facility, support from an experienced leadership team, and opportunities for career advancement within UFP Industries.

Requirements

Experience leading manufacturing, production, operations, or industrial teams.
Ability to motivate employees, develop talent, and drive results.
Business acumen, including experience managing budgets, costs, and operational metrics.
Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and implement effective solutions.
Experience with inventory management, production scheduling, and process improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day plant operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and profitability goals.
Build, mentor, and develop supervisors and production employees.
Drive process improvements, waste reduction, and operational efficiency.
Manage production scheduling, inventory levels, shipping activities, and resource planning.
Monitor performance metrics and take action to improve throughput, quality, and financial results.
Partner with leadership on capital investments, facility improvements, and business growth initiatives.
Promote a culture of safety, employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and applicable regulations.
Oversee maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.