Production Manager - Deckorators (Buffalo, NY)

Deckorators, a brand of UFP Industries, is a leader in composite decking, railing, and outdoor living products. Our Buffalo, New York plant is the newest and flagship facility utilizing our proven and growing Surestone technology. This state-of-the-art extrusion and polymer manufacturing site serves as a center of excellence for operational performance, innovation, and quality across our manufacturing network.

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating plant manufacturing operations to meet cost, quality, and productivity objectives. This role plays a key part in achieving the plant's operational goals, including production scheduling, workflow optimization, employee development, and continuous improvement. Working closely with operations leadership, the Production Manager ensures safe, efficient, and reliable production performance in alignment with Deckorators' standards of excellence.

• Lead daily plant production activities to meet output, quality, and cost targets.

• Develop and manage short- and long-range production goals and schedules.

• Supervise department activities directly or through supervisors and lead operators.

• Coach and develop employees; conduct performance evaluations and corrective actions when required.

• Ensure all employees receive proper training and support to perform their roles safely and effectively.

• Monitor production performance, output, yields, and scrap; analyze variances and implement corrective measures.

• Drive process improvements to maximize throughput and efficiency while reducing waste and downtime.

• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and coordinate preventive maintenance schedules with Maintenance.

• Maintain compliance with company safety, quality, and environmental policies, as well as OSHA and state/federal regulations.

• Monitor and manage departmental budgets, labor, and material costs; recommend cost-saving initiatives.

• Manage inventory within area of responsibility; ensure proper rotation and participation in month-end inventories.

• Collaborate with leadership on business planning, capital expenditures, and process optimization projects.

• Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Participate actively on the Plant Safety Committee and ensure assigned operations meet company and OSHA safety standards.

• Prepare and maintain required operational reports, metrics, and performance documentation.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support plant goals.

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Production Supervisor or in a similar manufacturing leadership role.

• Experience in extrusion, polymers, or plastics manufacturing preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage operations in a fast-paced production environment.

• Strong understanding of production scheduling, workflow, and process efficiency.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ERP systems.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Play a key leadership role in launching and scaling our flagship Surestone extrusion facility.

• Join a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and growth.

• Lead a skilled production team within a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

Compensation & Benefit Information
Salary Pay Range: $85,000-$95,000K annually dependent on experience*
*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay:

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance

• Health savings account with company contribution

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Basic and voluntary life insurance

• Disability insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Stock purchase program with employee discount

• Educational reimbursement

• Wellness programs and challenges

• Other supplemental benefits