Production Manager

UFP Industries•Newnan, GA

About The Position

The Production Manager manages and coordinates a plant’s manufacturing operations or multiple department operations in accordance with cost, profit, and productivity objectives. The role develops production schedules for assigned areas, coordinates activities with other areas, and forecasts inventory requirements. The manager also oversees staffing, training, performance, operational efficiency, inventory, equipment maintenance, safety, and compliance.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of experience as a production supervisor or equivalent.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent.
Experience and knowledge of UFP’s organization, culture, and product lines.

Responsibilities

Formulate long- and short-range business plans and goals.
Manage and safeguard plant assets in the assigned area.
Staff assigned operations to meet production levels and cost objectives.
Ensure employees are properly trained.
Supervise activities directly or through supervisors and lead operators.
Coach and develop subordinates, evaluate performance, and initiate corrective action as required.
Establish work-center operating efficiency standards.
Monitor performance against efficiency and quality standards and initiate corrective action as required.
Ensure performance reviews are conducted in accordance with policy.
Ensure yard conditions and housekeeping meet Company standards.
Monitor expenses and initiate corrective action as required.
Analyze production operations and workflow and develop improvement recommendations.
Monitor output, cut yields, and scrap to support efficient resource utilization and initiate corrective action as required.
Manage inventory, ensure it is rotated in accordance with operational policy, and participate in month-end inventory.
Ensure machinery in the area of operation is properly maintained.
Order supplies, initiate purchase orders, and approve timecards and incentives.
Manage finished-goods packaging as required.
Prepare reports and logs as required.
Participate in the Safety Committee process and ensure operations follow Company and OSHA policies, practices, and procedures.
Ensure operations comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as Company policy and procedure.