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84 Lumber Company
Truss Plant Manager
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A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.
$122,710 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Overview As a Plant Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of a fast-paced roof and floor truss components manufacturing facility, leading all aspects of production, safety, quality, inventory, and team performance. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to develop associates, improve operational efficiencies, and drive measurable business results while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Lead all manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery goals are consistently achieved. Recruit, develop, coach, and manage a high-performing team of production associates and supervisors. Champion a culture of safety by leading new hire orientation, conducting annual safety training, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and OSHA standards. Monitor production metrics, labor efficiency, inventory accuracy, and plant performance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Manage lumber and hardware inventory, complete weekly inventory reporting, and maintain accurate production and financial records. Ensure equipment reliability by overseeing preventive maintenance, calibration, and daily facility inspections. Optimize plant layout, workflow, and material movement to maximize productivity and reduce waste. Oversee timekeeping, attendance, performance evaluations, and employee relations while maintaining open communication with corporate leadership. Develop staffing plans, manage labor resources, and oversee departmental budgets to achieve operational and financial objectives. Lead performance management initiatives, including coaching, recognition, corrective action, and talent development. Maintain high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction through effective production planning and process execution. What We're Looking For Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, within the wood products, truss, wall panel, or building materials industry. Strong operational, inventory management, and production planning experience. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve processes, and drive results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills (Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply) Experience managing budgets, labor, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives in a multicultural environment. Ability to hire, develop, and retain top talent while building an engaged, high-performing workforce. If you're a results-driven manufacturing leader who enjoys building teams, improving operations, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.