Production Manager Install - Indirect

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Affirmative Action Employer

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to oversee production lines in Charlotte, NC. The role involves managing operations to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness while supervising employees and addressing any manufacturing issues.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and 4-5 years of relevant experience in the lumber or building materials industry and possess strong leadership, customer service, and organizational skills.

Competitive benefits are offered to enhance the quality of life for employees.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of directly related experience in the lumber or building materials industry.
• Knowledge in building materials, procurement, and supervision required.
• Strong customer service experience and good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production lines for cost-effective operations.
• Plan production schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities.
• Inspect equipment and implement safe operating practices.

Skills

Customer service experience

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university

Job description

Purpose

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

• Bachelor’s degree from a 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; respond to inquiries or complaints; write speeches and articles; present information; persuade; influence; leadership and teamwork.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, basic algebra and geometry; calculate figures and amounts; develop and interpret graphs and charts.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions; interpret technical instructions; solve problems; develop new approaches.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

• 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.

Benefits

Builders FirstSource offers competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love.

Equal Opportunity

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765‑3990 or email [e-mail]. Please do not send resumes to this email address – it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.