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Are you seeking a challenging leadership opportunity where you can grow your career with a Company whose growth benefits its employees? If so, we invite you to consider joining our team as we work towards our Vision of Building a 100-year company! A-1's mission is "Using Technology to Change the Way America Builds Homes", and that innovative spirit extends to all parts of the Company, including benefits like employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

This position must demonstrate our core values of Own-It, Passionate, Honesty, and Respect which makes A-1 an industry leader and will plan for production facilities' present and future anticipated growth, managing KPIs and culture. Some of these business expansions are in development with additional floor and roof production lines, wall panels and additional building material supply innovations. Responsible for operations, day-to-day functions, and schedules, and works closely with affiliated A-1 companies. Requires honest and ethical conduct, foster respectful relations, and achieve high levels of profitability in building materials and sales. This will happen through proper management of manufacturing facilities, inventories, budgets, employees, and safety programs while meeting Company objectives and customer commitments. As a member of Management, this position will foster an environment of inclusion and team growth and work to develop and maintain the culture and Philosophy of the Company. This position must maintain the highest degree of integrity, trust, and confidence, avoiding even the mere appearance of impropriety.

Reports To

Vice President and COO, A-1 Global Holdings, Inc.

Reports Include

Manufacturing, Maintenance and Shipping

Essential Functions

• Direct manufacturing operations toward accomplishment of Company objectives as specified in annual operating budget and business plan.
• Develop and recommend manufacturing operational policies and procedures.
• Develop specific short-term and long-range plans and programs with supporting budget requests and production objectives.
• P&L responsibility.
• Direct the operation of manufacturing at the lowest cost consistent with established specifications as to quality and quantity.
• Provide for adequate staffing of departments and see that employees are properly trained and have opportunities for growth. Assisting in a clear career path.
• Provide for preparation of cost control reports, production employee's and facility requirement production/inventory control reports.
• Ensure prompt and economical receipt of needed materials and supplies to facilitate delivery of products to customers.
• Maintain adequate inventory controls and levels to conform to budgets and forecasts to ensure satisfactory customer service and delivery at acceptable costs.
• Ensure compliance of the A-1 Processes.
• Develop plans for improvement and/or expansion of production facilities and equipment and recommend to the COO.
• Working knowledge of Employee Handbook and all personnel policies.
• Communicate policies, procedures and objectives to supervisors and provides general direction in organization, controls, and procedures to administer policies and achieve objectives.
• Ensure that all the production is shipped on time, keeping coordination with Project Management/ Quality control and Shipping department.
• Manage efficiencies RE's with production team, improving KPI's.
• Work with Safety committee/ 5's/ HR to ensure proper policies are implemented, training and certifications.
  
  

• Ability to influence
• Critical thinking skills
• Facilitation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on-time results
• Strong teamwork, coaching and team leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage through motivation, mentoring and empowerment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to lead transformation initiatives
• Ability to engage and influence at all levels
• Ability to manage complex projects
• Ability to foster company culture
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  
  

• Expert working knowledge of manufacturing, preferably with lumber/building material facility management.
• Prior experience managing manufacturing employees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate employees to high production levels.
• Effective communication and engagement skills.
• Sound understanding of financial matters such as budgeting, costing, forecasting, etc.
  
  

• A college degree in related field or an equivalent of 10 years' experience in Production Management, preferably in Truss and Building Component Manufacturing.
• A college degree with a major in Engineering and a Minor in Business Administration is preferred.
  
  

• Operates in a professional office environment. Routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Required to talk or hear in a loud manufacturing environment.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Walk the Plant multiple times daily to maintain visibility, engage with employees, monitor operations, and identify opportunities for improvement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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