Branch Manager

Specialty Building Products

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (preferred)
  • 5-10 years of manufacturing experience or in a related process-driven environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of production processes, quality systems, and safety standards
  • Experience with ERP/MRP and WMS systems and production planning tools
  • Proven leadership and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules
  • Implement and optimize production processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste
  • Manage logistics teams for efficient inbound and outbound transportation
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving service issues
  • Lead and develop supervisors and production staff, fostering teamwork and accountability
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and conduct safety training and audits
  • Develop and manage branch budget while monitoring KPIs for performance improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives like Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays
  • Additional perks available
Full Job Description
The Branch Manager is responsible for overseeing all operations of a manufacturing facility or branch, including production, quality control, supply chain coordination, workforce management, and financial performance. This role ensures efficient production processes, adherence to safety and quality standards, and alignment with company goals.

We are currently looking for a Branch Manager to join our VALUES based organization. In this role you will focus on:

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Operations & Production Management
    o Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met
    o Implement and optimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste
    o Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth operations
  • Logistics & Transportation
    o Manage teams to ensure inbound and outbound transportation schedules
    o Align delivery schedules with Sales, Operations and Customer needs
    o Improve routing and delivery efficiency
  • Customer Service
    o Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through reliable service
    o Address and resolve customer issues or delivery discrepancies
    o Coordinate with sales and customer service teams
  • Leadership & Workforce Management
    o Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production staff
    o Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and performance evaluations
    o Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
  • Quality Assurance
    o Ensure products meet company and regulatory quality standards
    o Implement and monitor quality control systems and corrective actions
    o Collaborate with QA teams to reduce defects and improve consistency
  • Safety & Compliance
    o Enforce workplace safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulations
    o Conduct safety training and audits
    o Promote a safe working environment and reduce incidents
  • Financial & Performance Management
    o Develop and manage the branch budget, including labor, materials, and overhead costs
    o Monitor KPIs such as production efficiency, scrap rates, downtime, and on-time delivery
    o Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability
  • Supply Chain & Inventory Coordination
    o Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials
    o Manage inventory levels to support production without excess
    o Oversee shipping and distribution of finished goods
  • Continuous Improvement
    o Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement initiatives
    o Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for operational efficiency
    o Encourage innovation and best practices across the facility


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (preferred)
  • 5-10 years of manufacturing experience or related process driven environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of production processes, quality systems, and safety standards
  • Experience with ERP/MRP and WMS systems and production planning tools
  • Proven leadership and decision-making skills


Being a part of SBP you will be eligible for many benefits. Full-Time benefits would include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision given on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays
  • PLUS ADDITIONAL PERKS!


Serving our communities:

We are also committed to our core value of "using our influence to have a uniquely positive impact" on the people that we touch. Through our initiatives we encourage and incentivize our employees to aid fellow employees in need and to better serve our communities and the people we directly influence.

We are proud to have the best team in our industry. We have experienced a tremendous amount of growth as a company. This growth has served not only our customer base but has also provided significant opportunities for advancement amongst our employees.

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