Production Manager

PURPOSE

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

Under the direction of the General 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Supervises employees such as Plant Managers or Supervisors.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and developing / training team members; planning, assigning, directing and delegating work;

appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

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 is required.

Must also have strong customer service experience, and good organizational skills.

COMPETENCIES

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports, trade journals, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and / or boards of directors.

Must be able to persuade individuals or groups to take actions that would result in obtaining a mutually desired outcome.

Influencing others is a major requirement of this position. Must have exceptional leadership and teamwork abilities.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Must be able to develop and interpret graphs and charts.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Solutions require modification of standard approaches to develop alternative courses of action. Problems are varied and unrelated and require problem identification and analysis.

Develops new ways of doing things that introduce new elements.

Other Qualifications

Occasional travel may be required. Must be knowledgeable about and follow the company's safety policies and procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Position is located in an open, office area.
• There is some exposure to outside weather conditions during visits to the yard.

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