Production Manager Mfg Indirect -Truss
About The Position
Under the direction of the General Manager, the Production Manager manages production lines of the facility in the most timely, productive and cost effective method possible. Examples of these lines would be trusses, millwork, insulation, doors, windows, etc. This role involves managing the overall production and physical conditions of the location’s facilities and equipment, partnering with department lead managers, and training personnel. The manager plans production operations, establishes priorities, coordinates manufacturing activities, resolves operational problems, and ensures adherence to safety policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university, and 4-5 years of directly related experience in the lumber or building materials industry with multiple assignments in all phases of the business; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge/experience in building materials, procurement, inventory management and supervision of people.
- Strong customer service experience.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports, trade journals, and legal documents.
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, and develop and interpret graphs and charts.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall production and physical conditions of the location’s facilities and equipment.
- Partners with lead managers of departments and helps to train and develop personnel involved in the production function in these departments.
- Reviews production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
- Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
- Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
- Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
- Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
- Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
- Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to Production Supervisor or Crew Leader for action.
- Directs the implementation of safe operating practices in compliance with Company and regulatory policies (DOT regulations, forklift operations, OSHA compliance, etc.)
- Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.
- Active in professional trade groups such as Home Builder’s Association and participates in LMC meetings and customer appreciation events.
- Carries out managerial responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, developing/training, planning, assigning, directing, appraising performance, and disciplining team members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
