Production Manager-Truss
gpacDecatur (IL)
About the role
Truss Production Manager – High-Impact Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity Seeking a Truss Production Manager who can step in, take ownership, and drive production performance in a fast-paced structural component manufacturing environment. This is a critical leadership role for someone who thrives on accountability, production flow, and building strong teams while keeping safety and quality at the forefront. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader who understands truss manufacturing and wants the ability to make immediate operational impact. Why This Role Stands OutHigh-visibility leadership position with direct influence on production performance Opportunity to implement process improvements and drive measurable results Strong collaboration with design, sales, and operations leadership Long-term growth potential within a stable and expanding organization
What You'll Be Responsible For:
- Production Execution
- Lead daily roof and floor truss manufacturing operations to meet aggressive production schedules
- Identify bottlenecks and implement workflow improvements to maximize throughput
- Ensure orders are produced accurately and shipped on time
- Team Leadership
- Build, coach, and develop production teams and supervisors
- Set clear expectations around performance, safety, and accountability
- Adjust staffing and production flow based on workload demands
- Quality & Safety
- Maintain strict adherence to engineered drawings and quality standards
- Drive a strong safety culture across the production floor
- Lead safety meetings and reinforce best practices daily
- Operational Improvement
- Reduce waste and improve labor efficiency through process discipline
- Partner with leadership on production planning and operational strategy
- Support preventative maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently
- Materials & Cost Awareness
- Monitor material usage and production costs
- Coordinate with purchasing to maintain proper inventory levels
What We're Looking For:
- Experience leading production in a truss plant or structural component manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of production scheduling and workflow management
- Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-moving manufacturing setting
- Knowledge of blueprint reading and engineered component production
- Process-driven mindset with a focus on efficiency and accountability
Preferred: Experience with MiTek or similar truss software platforms
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure Work Environment Manufacturing setting with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and production activity Ability to be active on the production floor throughout the day All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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