General Manager

Company Overview: Truss Craft of Nebraska, a Mead Lumber Company, is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50 operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

Job Summary: The General Manager oversees all aspects of plant operations, including sales, design, manufacturing, and distribution of building components. Responsible for driving profitability through inventory management, expense control, productivity, quality, and human resource management. Reports directly to the Regional Manager.

Pay for this Role: $150,000 depending on experience.

• Financial Performance Leadership
  • Assume full accountability for the branch’s profit and loss.
  • Stay informed of market trends and competitor activities, and adjust strategies as necessary.
  • Monitor operational needs, including capital expenditures and workforce adjustments.
  • Review costs, quality, and inventory to ensure profitable operations.
  • Develop and execute the annual strategy with clear goals and KPIs.
  • Prepare and present annual budget to management.
  • Ensure timely product distribution while adhering to budget, policies, and quality standards.
  • Manage expenditures effectively, develop programs to increase sales capacity, and ensure acceptable margins.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Receivable to resolve customer collection issues.
  • Facilitate weekly huddles with associates to review goals and address concerns.
• Design Leadership
  • Oversee design and estimating schedules, ensuring on-time delivery.
  • Establish design metrics and review with teams for continuous improvement.
  • Leverage technology to maintain cutting-edge design capabilities.
  • Provide ongoing training and ensure designers are knowledgeable about local building codes.
  • Standardize and streamline design practices to maintain consistency.
  • Address recurring design issues to prevent future occurrences.
• Manufacturing Productivity
  • Manage the production schedule and resolve any constraints or backlogs.
  • Ensure production meets delivery schedules and communicate proactively with customers when adjustments are needed.
  • Minimize material waste, optimize workflow, and cross-train staff to reduce downtime.
  • Implement Lean Thinking practices and improve productivity within budget.
  • Establish manufacturing metrics and review them regularly to drive efficiency.
  • Maintain a paperless environment and ensure quality control through SBCA standards.
  • Ensure compliance with TPI requirements.
• Sales Leadership
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships to foster growth.
  • Regularly evaluate sales performance and adjust strategies based on quotes, budgets, and forecasts.
  • Collaborate with other branches to promote sales and improve customer service.
  • Participate in homebuilder events and address customer service and warranty issues promptly.
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies, analyze results, and drive sales team performance.
  • Establish and manage sales goals and budgets for the branch.
• Workforce Development
  • Recruit, interview, and hire skilled designers, supervisors, and operational staff.
  • Coach and develop team members to improve performance and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Train supervisors to ensure management depth and proper onboarding for new associates.
  • Address overtime, personnel issues, and ensure annual performance reviews are completed.
  • Maintain a culture of motivation and accountability, celebrating wins and milestones.
  • Promote leadership development and employee ownership.
• Purchasing & Inventory Management
  • Oversee purchasing of building materials and maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Ensure materials are handled properly, and inventory is protected from shrinkage.
  • Facilitate monthly cycle counts and ensure operational procedures for shipments are followed.
• Facility & Equipment Management
  • Ensure optimal space utilization within the facility and maintain equipment as per manufacturer recommendations.
  • Keep the facility clean, organized, and in good repair.
• Safety & DOT Leadership
  • Establish safety programs in compliance with OSHA regulations and ensure full implementation.
  • Maintain adherence to DOT regulations and enforce all safety rules.
  • Actively address any unsafe activities and ensure a safe work environment.
  • Oversee Safety Committee activities and ensure any issues are promptly addressed.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business from a four-year college, university, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of finance, economics, accounting, personnel, and sales with 2 or more years of sales or other related management experience, plus a minimum of 3 years of supervisory/management experience in managing a profit and loss.
• 5 years in the component and or building materials industry.
• Ideal candidate will also have a component design and sales background.
• Must lift and carry up to 15 pounds frequently and, occasionally, up to 80 pounds.
• On occasion, travel to other branches, job sites, and meetings is required.
• Must be able to navigate job sites.
• Proficient in industry and supplier software applications.
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer. We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.