Operations Manager I

Operations Manager I

Meeks Lumber & Hardware, a Division of US LBM, We're all about teamwork! All positions are hands-on and we band together when necessary.

• We support each other! We have local and corporate team members to help you along the way and partner on projects as appropriate.
• We are a relaxed atmosphere. This is not a suit-and-tie environment.
• We care about our communities. USLBM, our divisions and associates are committed to contributing to the communities where we live and work.
• We work hard! We are a continuous improvement-driven organization and we are focused on keeping organized and on task.
• We're built on safety. We provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees. Our employees go home in the same condition they came to work.

US LBM provides a wide range of building materials to construction professionals, combining the advantages of our national scale with the excellent service levels, expertise , entrepreneurial culture and customer relationships of our local brands.

As a people-first company, p as s i onate about continuous improvement, US LBM is proud to provide our as s ociates access to the resources, training and developmental opportunities to empower them to succeed today, while growing professionally and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $70,000 annually

Position Overview

The Operations Manager I is responsible for all work activities of the Operations team in a location with annual sales volume up to $15M. This position oversees workplace safety, equipment maintenance, scheduling, as well as P&L performance.

Essential Job Duties

• Manage and coordinate all work activities of functional area.
• Establish location goals and develops work schedules to meet these goals. Ensure on time delivery and/or job completion. Oversees schedules and coordination of deliveries and/ or pick-ups.
• Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation. Develops and ensures adherence to preventative maintenance schedule.
• Work with HR and other support departments for successful training, hiring, terminating , performance management, and wage recommendations ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Implement and sustain best practice plans.
• Manage monthly operations P&L performance across multiple value streams. Maintain excellent customer relations and quality standards.
• Monitor the safety of the work area and ensures adherence to the guidelines. Lead teams of operations personnel in an engaging and respectful manner with a focus on team development.
• Perform other duties as as s i gned by Management.

Criteria for Manager

• Manages 6 or more as s ociates (direct & indirect reports)
• Budgeting accountability
• Hire/fire authority
• Goal setting & communication
• Provide performance feedback

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum education required - High School Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum experience required - 3 years of experience leading a team in a manufacturing or distribution setting with at le as t one supervisor as a direct report Special skills required - Understanding of computer systems usage. Working knowledge of building industry and support operations and/or the distribution industry operations. Must have excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills. Must be able to motivate others and work with minimum supervision. Must maintain and enhance positive customer relations.
• Special Knowledge required - Accounting and business math skills.
• Special skills required - Ability to develop, promote, and maintain good customer relations. Ability to maintain good housekeeping and safe working environment. Must have a good understanding of OSHA requirements.
• Physical demands include standing and walking for extended periods of time, bending or stooping, regularly lifting 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds or more on occas ion, and work in extreme weather conditions.

Criteria for Manager

• 3+ years building material industry with strong knowledge of products and application
• Proficiency in leadership duties including excellent professional communication skills and an ability to motivate a team in a challenging and f as t-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork & customer relationships

Meeks Lumber & Hardware, a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.