General Summary

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for the direct supervision and coordination of one

operating department for three months, and plans, directs, and coordinates support services, as

established on the PMT program while developing comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and

manufacturing processes.

Works under general direction of the assigned mentor and local Plant Manager; exercises little

discretion and judgment on work priority on a regular basis; and some degree of creativity is

expected.

Pay: $28 - $30 per hour dependent on experience.

Principal Duties / Responsibilities

• • Functions as a department supervisor for a period of three months in each operating department

  of the plant (mill, industrial, specialty, treating, truss, shipping/receiving).

  § Plans activity for the short-term and long-term.

  § Develops department production schedule.

  § Supervises the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.

  § Ensures that operations meet or exceed efficiency and quality standards.

  § Identifies, researches, and resolves various problems, opportunities and improvement

  initiatives.

  § Evaluates performance of subordinates, coaches and counsels employees, and initiates

  corrective actions as required.

  § Supervises activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law and

  regulations.

  § Ensure utilization of inventory and inventory controls are consistent with UFP policies

  and practices. Participates in inventory process.

  • Develops an understanding of the hiring process by implementing and managing the process.
  • Develops detailed knowledge of product costing.
  • Develops understanding of the production scheduling process.
  • Develops working knowledge of the budget and expense control process.
  • Develops understanding on how to ensure that machinery in area of operation is properly

  maintained.

  • Develops understanding on how to run operations consistent with Federal, State and local laws

  and regulations, and Company policy and procedure.

  • Develops working knowledge of Continuous Improvement, efficiency standards, and safety.
  • Develops working knowledge and understanding of Human Resources policies and practices.
  • Develops detailed understanding of operations by touring other UFP and customer locations.
  • Participates in the Safety Committee process and ensures that assigned operation is performed

  consistent with Company and OSHA policies, practices and procedures.

  • Completes courses and assignments as directed by the Plant Management.
  • Prepares various reports as required.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent experience is required.

• Satisfactory completion of the Production Management Trainee – Step 1 program and recommendation of management.

• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel/spreadsheets is required. Skills and abilities

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking

• Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public

• Ability to apply business math to manufacturing processes.

• Ability to recognize value in various products and be able to utilize them in the manufacturing of new products.

• Requires superior analytical, problem solving and engineering skills/aptitude.

• Ability to manage several activities/projects at once, to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines, to prepare plans, goals and budgets.

• Ability to be mobile in the work environment, travel as required.

• Ability to use a computer, and proficiency in the use of MS Office and other business related software.

• Ability to pass a drug test Conduct

• Self-managing; works well under little supervision

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic

• Good interpersonal skills, and good listener and communicator

• Strong organization skills and detail oriented

• Eagerness to learn

• Be a team player and support the Company’s goals

Working Conditions

Working environment is generally favorable. Requires standing and walking for 75% of the time,

talking, hearing and seeing are essential duties; sitting at a desk for long periods of time are also

required.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level

of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be

interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of

employees assigned to this job.

“UFP Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified

candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin”