Opti-Frame Production Supervisor

PARR is the single and total source for home building supplies, solutions, and services for professional home builders of large and mid-sized communities and single custom homes, and for motivated homeowners working on home improvement projects. Our customers and community members know they can rely on us to be the total source of home building supplies and solutions with legendary customer service and quality products.

Job title: Opti-Frame Production Supervisor

Pay: Starting at $24 to $28 an hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. with extra hours and weekends as needed.

Location: Salem, Oregon

The Opti-Frame Production Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Opti-Frame Manager in managing the overall operational performance of Opti-Frame. This individual plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing production activities through its best practices and procedures.

This position interacts regularly with the saw location Yard Managers, Opti-Frame location team members, and the Opti-Frame Scheduling Coordinators.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a supervisor in manufacturing preferred
• Prior supervisory experience in precut component manufacturing
• Driver's License Class C and acceptable driving record
• Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job
• Must be able to type 30+ WPM
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Knowledge of lumber and manufacturing principles, practices, and protocols
• Knowledge of home and commercial construction principles, practices, and protocols
• Ability to maintain adequate liability insurance as required by company. Minimum $300,000 liability coverage
• Ability to travel, which may include flying regionally. Some overnight stays should be expected

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with Yard Managers to evaluate performance of production staff and to ensure quality standards are met
• Provide guidance and support to the saw locations to help them achieve production goals and help align production activities with overall organizational goals
• Help monitor and adjust production schedules based on demand and resource availability
• Help ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications and address and resolve issues related to product quality
• Help location management identify, within the saw production environment, that practices are consistent and in compliance with Parr's safety policies
• Help location management with training of production staff on processes and safety procedures
• Help develop maintenance schedules and the adherence to them.
• Develop a part back-up stock plan to mitigate downtime exposure. Audit processes as needed
• Assist Yard Managers and the Opti-Frame Manager in allocating resources efficiently, including manpower, equipment, and materials
• Optimize production processes to maximize output while minimizing costs
• Help track and analyze production performance metrics and identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
• Support location management with training to production staff on processes and safety procedures
• Develop and implement programs for continuous skill improvement as well as the development of Best Practices
• Assist the locations in resolving any production-related issues in a timely manner and help analyze root causes of production problems and implement preventive measures
• Collaborate, where needed, with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges
• Help communicate production goals and objectives to the team and foster open communication channels within the production department
• Works with Yard Managers and Regional Operations Managers to ensure optimal staffing production levels are in place
• Assist in identifying personnel needs of yards regarding current and future production staff
• Works to improve his or her knowledge and experience with Opti-Frame equipment, programs, and subsequent reporting tools
• With the direction of the Opti-Frame Managers, update product knowledge of Opti-Frame employees and assists yard management in training employees where needed
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external customers exercising Parr's FACE values at all times
• Track and report saw locations output results, (board footage per saw, board footage per man hour, etc.)
• The Branch manager works in an office with a computer, on the retail floor, and walks the outdoor section of the location.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire day
• Must be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboard
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be able to drive a vehicle when necessary
• Both local and overnight travel may be required

We know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted the fourth top place to work in Oregon in 2023, we offer industry-leading benefits:

• Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
• Employee paid sick days
• 7 holidays
• 2 medical plan options, one with no paycheck deduction (HSA) and our standard plan with a very low $1,250 deductible
• Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
• HSA (Health Savings Account) - PARR will match up to $600/year
• Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
• In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
• Annual profit sharing (every full-time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $2,750 for the 2022 year)
• $1,000 referral bonus

PARR Promotes!

We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!

We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.

Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.