Production Manager

UFP Industries, Inc.; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to plan and coordinate plant manufacturing operations, balancing cost, quality, and productivity. You will develop short- and long-range production plans, oversee staffing, and drive continuous improvement across multiple departments.

The role requires ensuring safe, efficient operations, maintaining equipment, and managing inventory. Strong leadership and experience with standard MS Office tools are essential for success in this hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related discipline.
• Experience leading production teams and coordinating multi-department operations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develops production schedules to meet cost and productivity objectives.
• Staffs and supervises operations to achieve target output and quality.
• Monitors performance, yields, waste, and safety compliance; initiates corrective actions.
• Ensures machinery is maintained and inventory is managed effectively.
• Prepares reports and coordinates with safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching and development

Operations management

Forecasting

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job SummaryThe Production Manager is responsible for the management and coordination of a plant's manufacturing operations or multiple department operations consistent with cost, profit and productivity objectives. Develops production schedules for area of responsibility, coordinates activity with other areas and forecasts inventory requirements.Principle Duties and ResponsibilitiesFormulates long and shortrange business plans and goals.Ensure that all plant assets in area of responsibility are properly managed and safeguarded.Staffs assigned operations to meet production levels consistent with cost objectives.Ensures that employees are properly trained.Supervises activities directly or through supervisors and lead operators.Coaches and develops subordinates, evaluates performance and initiates corrective action as required.Establishes work center operation efficiency standards.Monitors performance to established efficiency and quality standards and initiates corrective action as required.Ensures performance reviews are conducted in accordance with policy in area of responsibility.Ensures that yard conditions and housekeeping conform to Company standards in area of responsibility.Monitors expenses for area of responsibility and initiates corrective action as required.Analyzes production operations and workflow and develops improvement recommendations.Monitors output, cuts yields and scrap to ensure efficient resource utilization and initiates corrective action as required within area of responsibility.Manages inventory in area of responsibility, ensures inventory is rotated in accordance with operational policy, and participates in month end inventory.Ensures that machinery in area of operation is properly maintained.Orders supplies, initiates purchase orders, and approves timecards and incentives.Manages finished goods packaging as required.Prepares various reports and logs as required.Participates in the Safety Committee process and ensures that assigned operations are performed consistent with Company and OSHA policies, practices and procedures.Ensures that operations are performed with Federal, State and local laws and regulations, and Company policy and procedure.QualificationsPreferred bachelor's degree in relating discipline or equivalentMinimum of two years of experience as production supervisor or equivalentWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook.Preferred experience and knowledge on UFP’s organization, culture, and product linesThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.