Cross Laminated Timber Plant Manager

Job Description Summary:

Oversees all aspects of manufacturing operations within your assigned facility including safety, production management, financial reporting, team leadership, quality control, resource procurement, and communication. Leading the team, you prioritize quality control, enforce standards, and address deficiencies promptly. Your strategic approach extends to resource management, where you procure materials, tools, and services efficiently while planning for long-term facility improvements. Support business development initiatives and foster a positive work environment.

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Attend and participate in Safety Training Programs and enforce company safety standards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Implement and oversee safety protocols and procedures to mitigate risks and prevent accidents or injuries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to safety and environmental regulations.
• Set and meet production goals, overseeing the manufacturing process to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Manage and maintain production budgets, monitoring costs and expenses to control project expenditures.
• Prepare and maintain responsibility for production schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Recruit, organize, train, direct, and coordinate the facility team to optimize performance and productivity.
• Supervise multiple projects concurrently, providing guidance and support to project teams as needed.
• Foster crew morale and development, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure work quality by directing and enforcing the Quality Control Program, maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and product excellence.
• Document and address all quality deficiencies in a timely manner, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Review all drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and detailing submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Procure materials, tools, and facility services, planning to avoid last-minute purchases and minimize costs.
• Understand capabilities, limitations, maintenance, and repairs associated with CNC and associated industrial systems, optimizing equipment performance and reliability.
• Develop and execute a Capital Improvements Plan for the facility, identifying and implementing upgrades to enhance operational efficiency and capacity.
• Prepare necessary reports such as time sheets, work orders, daily reports, and financial reviews to track progress and performance.
• Chair or attend pre-job conferences and regular meetings, facilitating communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts by conducting plant visits and performing other duties as needed to promote company growth and success.
• Complete other responsibilities and activities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements or Experience Requirements

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent academic experience (preferred, not required).
• Current Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification, or achievement of STS Certification within six months of hire, maintenance of active certification status.
• Extensive experience at supervisory level (at least 5 years of direct supervisory experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of plant management experience in engineered wood products (EWP) manufacturing, including processes involving wood substrates and adhesive systems
• Experience in leading teams, resolving conflicts, delegating tasks, and driving results through effective communication and motivation is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of all crafts (ability to read and understand specifications for all trades), and prior experience as foreman or journeyman in at least one trade, or project engineer is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Smartsheets, and familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for production planning, inventory management, and resource allocation.