General Manager - Truss Plant

Location: La Vergne, TN
Company: 84 Lumber

84 Lumber is seeking a results-driven General Manager to lead our Truss Manufacturing Plant in La Vergne, TN. This role is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and profitability of the facility while ensuring safe, efficient operations and continued business growth.

The General Manager is responsible for strategic planning and direction of business growth, achieving profit contributions through effective staff management, and establishing and accomplishing all business objectives. This position actively participates in all aspects of Components Sales, Design, and Manufacturing.

• Oversee daily truss and component manufacturing operations.

• Manage plant P&L, budgets, cost control, and profitability.

• Drive production efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.

• Lead inventory management, including weekly lumber and hardware counts.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct regular plant inspections.

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and plant associates.

• Partner with Sales and Design teams to grow component sales and customer relationships.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.

• Profitability and margin performance

• Production efficiency and cost per unit

• On-time delivery and quality results

• Safety performance and compliance

• Associate retention and productivity

• Leadership experience in manufacturing, construction, or building materials.

• Strong operational and financial management skills.

• Truss or component manufacturing experience preferred.

• Proven ability to lead teams and drive business results.

Competitive salary, monthly incentives, annual profit sharing, 401(k) with match, PTO, holidays, and full medical, dental, vision, and life benefits

Complete responsibility of Profit and Loss of Plant.

Oversee inventory control

Oversee equipment maintenance program

Oversee continuous improvement program in all areas

Evaluation and development of staff and leadership

Increase management effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, coaching, disciplining managers.

Communicating values, strategies and objectives

Developing an environment where the offering of information and opinions are appreciated and expected.

Develop strategic goals by studying technology and financial opportunities; then recommending ideas.

Creating action plans for departments; design, production, and sales

Build company image by collaborating with customers, community organizations and employees.

Must be willing to relocate

Must have good leadership skills

Must have good interpersonal skills

Must have excellent problem-solving skills

Must be able to work under pressure

Additional qualifications of successfully passing 84's pre-employment process, including but not limited to math, PSI, and drug tests as well as a background check