Production Manager

About Us
American Trade Group, Inc. is a diversified organization supporting the construction and building industries through a portfolio of companies that includes American Lumber, a leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor; Lane One Transport, a transportation and logistics company; and Rafter 12 Custom Homes.
Founded in 1986, American Trade Group has built a strong history of consistent year‑over‑year growth. American Lumber has been recognized as an Aggie 100 company, honoring the fastest‑growing businesses owned or operated by Texas A&M University alumni—a reflection of our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence.
At American Lumber, our mission—We Cut Through Challenges so You Can Focus on Success—guides the work we do every day. Driven by our vision to Build a Stronger America, One Solution at a Time, we focus on solving real problems, supporting our partners, and building long‑term relationships. Our culture is grounded in our core values of Service, Innovation, and Partnership, with a shared commitment to collaboration, growth, and operational excellence.
The Role
We are seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Production Manager to lead daily operations within our lumber remanufacturing plants (BLR/TLR). This role is responsible for executing the production plan, managing personnel, maximizing throughput, minimizing downtime, and ensuring product quality and safety standards are consistently upheld.
The Production Manager serves as the critical link between strategic production planning and frontline execution—directing, communicating, and actively managing operations in real time to ensure production goals are achieved. This position reports to the Plant Manager and directly oversees Production Leads and hourly team members.
What You’ll Do
Team Leadership & Culture
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high‑performance team environment
Promote open communication across shifts, teams, and departments
Support onboarding, mentoring, cross‑training, and employee development
Partner with HR on employee relations, performance management, and compliance
Production & Operational Execution
Execute daily production plans using Theory of Constraints (TOC) principles
Actively manage line operations in real time, monitoring output, labor, quality, yield, and downtime
Identify bottlenecks and adjust staffing or workflow to maximize throughput
Track labor utilization, material waste, and overall production performance
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Champion a strong safety culture and enforce all safety SOPs (PPE, Lockout/Tagout, etc.)
Conduct safety walks, meetings, and toolbox talks; address unsafe conditions immediately
Ensure adherence to product specifications, grading standards, labeling, and SOPs
Investigate defects, resolve issues, and drive continuous process improvements
Equipment, Performance & Facility Management
Track and analyze downtime; partner with Maintenance on root cause solutions
Monitor recurring issues and support preventive maintenance efforts
Utilize systems and reports to track performance and communicate key metrics
Maintain clean, safe, and “visitor‑ready” facilities and support audit readiness
Who You Are
Education & Experience
Prior experience in manufacturing, production management, or industrial operations required
Experience in lumber, remanufacturing, or similar production environments preferred
Demonstrated leadership experience in a fast‑paced, team‑driven environment
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership presence with the ability to direct and motivate teams
Operational mindset with a focus on efficiency, throughput, and continuous improvement
Analytical problem‑solver with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions
Solid understanding of safety practices and compliance requirements
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, real‑time environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality and process consistency
Comfortable using production tracking systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive compensation aligned with your experience
Stable, growing organization with a strong track record of success
Opportunity to lead and impact daily plant operations
Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation
Clear path for professional growth within a diversified organization
Application Requirements
Final candidates may be asked to complete a practical or skills‑based assessment as part of the selection process.
If you are a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving efficiency, safety, and quality, we encourage you to apply. Join American Lumber

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No