Truss Plant Line Manager

Carter Lumber Company; Ashford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building supply sector is seeking a Truss Plant Line Manager to oversee production processes and manage department operations. This role requires strong leadership in optimizing production schedules, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining quality control. Ideal candidates will possess a firm understanding of truss design, effective management experience, and necessary skills to lead a manufacturing team effectively.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-match 401(k)

Paid vacations and holidays

Room for growth

Military encouraged to apply

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of truss design and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the truss department and ensures quality standards.
• Organizes and prioritizes production schedules to meet lead times.
• Communicates safety standards and inspects machinery.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Townsend Building Supply (a division of Carter Lumber)Truss Plant Line Manager is responsible for overseeing the production of trusses in a manufacturing environment. Monitors all aspects of production to optimize productivity while minimizing operating expenses. Responsible for coordinating and implementing production schedules. Identifies and resolves any production issues in a timely manner. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements:

• Previous management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of truss design
• Experience in truss cutting and assembly
• Possess knowledge in loading and shipping methods
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities:

Management

• Oversees the truss department.
• Ensures that high standards of quality, safety and service are met.
• Assists on setting direction for production through long and short term goal planning and ensures budgets are being met.

Production & Scheduling

• Ensures production schedules are met and that quality products are being produced.
• Evaluates and suggests improvements in the production.
• Organizes and prioritizes production and schedules to ensure lead times are met.

Inventory Control

• Ensures inventory is properly accounted for and accurate.
• Responsible for properly delegating and overseeing all aspects of inventory according to policies and procedures.

Safety

• Communicates policies and ensures that employees are following safety standards during production.
• Inspects machinery to make sure of the proper set up and use.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!

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