Operations Manager - Truss Plant

Carter Lumber; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

401(k) with company match

Vacation & paid holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military-friendly atmosphere

Job summary

Carter Lumber in Lexington, NC seeks a Truss Plant Operations Manager to lead the plant's day-to-day operations, drive performance and manage inventory and staff.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to meet sales and cost targets while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the truss industry.
• Familiar with floor/roof truss manufacturing and pricing.
• Experience with delivery and fleet operations.
• Proven leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations, policies, and staff execution.
• Manage inventory and weekly management meetings with market teams.
• Direct inside sales and monitor sales and profit goals.
• Identify training needs and support employee development.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Customer relationships

Flexibility

Job description

A Carter Lumber Truss Plant Operations Manager is responsible for the operation of a professional truss plant. Success depends on your ability to meet performance objectives and sales goals while controlling costs and expenses. Responsibilities include proper management of the truss plant's inventory and employees. Effective communication with the field and internal departments are mandatory for the success of this position.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience inthe truss industry
• Familiar with floor/roof truss manufacturing, truss pricing for custom, production, and multi-family projects
• Familiar with delivery and fleet operations
• Previous experience dealing with contractors
• Experience analyzing inventory activity
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities
• Outgoing personality and ability to build relationships with customers
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Operations

• Manages and implements the overall operations of the truss plant. Responsible for the proper execution of all aspects of the policies and procedures of the company. Manages the overall activities and employees of the truss plant, inventory, conducts a weekly operational meeting with the management of the market, meets with the General Manager regularly to discuss sales and operational issues.

Staff Management

• Responsible for directing and managing all areas of plant staff such as; hiring, communication, motivation, training, discipline, separation and other areas as needed. Responsible for all operational staff work schedules. Counsels employees on problematic situations and carries out corrective action when necessary.

Sales Management

• Manages inside sales force and ensures goals are met. Works closely with the General Manager and to monitor sales and profit goals and ensures they are on target.

Knowledge & Training

• Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
• Completes required orientation and safety training.
• Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.
• Encourages and oversees employee career development.

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!