Truss Design Manager

Are you a hard-working individual, looking for the opportunity to carve out a successful career and put down roots within an organization where the spirits of family and hard work share equal billing? If so, the companies of UFP Industries may be a good place for you! We are committed to rewarding skill, perseverance and an entrepreneurial attitude with opportunities for growth. UFP Industries has been around since 1955 and we have Employees that stay with us throughout their careers!

Intrigued? Read on to learn more!

The Truss Design Manager is responsible for overseeing the accurate design of Trusses for Single-Family, Multi-Family and Commercial Projects.

Ideal Candidates located in:

• Lafayette, CO (If not located in Lafayette, then travel to the plant will be expected)

Knowledge/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of Design Experience with knowledge of Truss Design

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience is required

• Strong Leadership and Supervisor skills

• Working knowledge and experience using Mitek software

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook

• Knowledge of Colorado/Utah markets a plus

Skills and Abilities:

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

• Ability to read and understand blue prints

• Strong math skills

• Ability to use a computer, and show proficiency in the use of Mitek and other business and design related software.

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

• Ability to communicate effectively with others, including customers, peers, and management

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

• Be mobile in the work environment, travel and work hours mandated by management

• Ability to pass a drug test

Conduct:

• Good interpersonal skills and good communicator

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Self-managing; works well under little supervision

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic

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

• Conducts self in a professional manner

Requirements:

• Manage the day to day work flow within the North West Truss team

• Manage the work schedules of the North West Truss team members

• Mentor, train, and lead designers on a daily basis

• Ensure processes and software usage in in accordance with regional standards

• Motivate team members and ensure high team performance

• Conduct employee reviews in conjunction with Design Manager

• Evaluate performance and initiate corrective actions as required

• Monitor department output to ensure efficient resource utilization

• Coordinate work flow and scheduling with plant and sales staffs

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise within the team

• Ensure company policies and employee protocols are followed

• Perform design functions on a daily basis

• Receive instruction and fulfill assignments from the Design Manager

• Attend management meetings and prepare reports as required

• Performs other duties as required

Salary Pay Range:  $70,000 - $90,000 annually dependent on experience*

                *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living 

Bonus/Incentive Pay:

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance

• Health savings account with company contribution

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Basic and voluntary life insurance

• Disability insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Stock purchase program with employee discount

• Educational reimbursement

• Wellness programs and challenges 

• Other supplemental benefits