Production Manager

UFP Industries•Siler City, NC

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About The Position

The Production Manager is a key operational leader responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, optimizing performance, and leading teams across plant operations and multiple production departments. The role ensures the safe, efficient, and profitable production of high-quality products while fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The Production Manager creates and executes production plans that balance customer demand, operational capacity, inventory requirements, and business objectives. Working cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering, the role supports seamless operations and performance in safety, quality, productivity, and cost. The position calls for a hands-on leader who can guide teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and identify opportunities to improve processes, eliminate waste, and advance operational excellence.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Preferred 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 within the area of responsibility.
Staff operations to meet production levels consistent with 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 according to policy within the area of responsibility.
Ensure yard conditions and housekeeping meet company standards within the area of responsibility.
Analyze production operations and workflow and develop improvement recommendations.
Monitor output, cut yields, and scrap to ensure efficient resource utilization, initiating corrective action as required.
Manage inventory within the area of responsibility, ensure it is rotated according to 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 required reports and logs.
Participate in the Safety Committee process and ensure assigned operations follow company and OSHA policies, practices, and procedures.
Ensure operations comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
Develop and execute production strategies that support customer requirements and business goals.
Drive continuous-improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering to optimize production performance.
Build, coach, and develop high-performing teams and foster accountability and engagement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Manage resources to maximize productivity and profitability.