Truss Plant Operations Lead - Growth & Customer Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

401(k)

Vacation & holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company in Lexington, NC seeks a Truss Plant Operations Manager to run the truss plant, meet performance and sales targets, and manage costs and expenses. You will oversee inventory and employees, while communicating with field and internal teams for success.

The role requires 15+ years in the truss industry, knowledge of truss manufacturing and pricing, and a proven ability to lead teams, build contractor relationships, and ensure safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the 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

• Oversee and implement the truss plant operations and enforce company policies.
• Manage plant staff, inventory, and weekly market meetings with management.
• Direct and schedule all operational staff activities and provide coaching and corrective action as needed.
• Lead inside sales and work with the General Manager to monitor sales and profit goals.
• Identify growth opportunities and ensure safety training and ongoing product knowledge.

Skills

Truss industry exp

Leadership

Inventory analysis

Contractor relations

Communication

Job description

Carter Lumber Company in Lexington, NC seeks a Truss Plant Operations Manager to run the truss plant, meet performance and sales targets, and manage costs and expenses. You will oversee inventory and employees, while communicating with field and internal teams for success.

The role requires 15+ years in the truss industry, knowledge of truss manufacturing and pricing, and a proven ability to lead teams, build contractor relationships, and ensure safety and operational excellence.