General Manager - Door And Millwork
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 : General Manager
Salary : Starting at $105k to $120k Depending on experience + Profit Sharing and Performance Bonus
Schedule : Monday-Friday, 7 : 30am to 4 : 30pm
Location : Woodinville, Washington
The General Manager is responsible for utilizing the company's FACE values, mission, and vision as guides to lead employees and meet the production facility's goals. This is accomplished through servant leadership and the effective management of manufacturing and assembly operations.
This position implements manufacturing and operational strategies to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets. The General Manager is expected to be involved in the community, focus on self-development, and continuously strive for leadership excellence.
This position directly reports to the VP of Operations of the division. The General Manager interacts daily with all production floor and support employees, corporate teams (including Fleet, Central Purchasing, Sales, HR, and IT), and may regularly engage with customers, vendors, and industry representatives.
Qualifications
- Three years prior supervisory / management experience in manufacturing or assembly
- Knowledge of production workflows in door and millwork or truss manufacturing
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, quality systems, and scheduling tools
- Ability to speak, write, and read English required
- Must be able to operate a personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job
- Must be able to type 30+ WPM
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems
- Shoes that are puncture resistant, slip resistant, and made of leather or composite material required
Duties And Responsibilities
Leadership
Supervise and direct production teams in assembly, machining, and distributionOversee daily shop operations, ensuring production schedules are met safely and efficientlyPromote a continuous improvement mindset, using data and performance metrics to guide decisionsModel servant leadership and solution-oriented problem-solving aligned with FACE valuesCollaborate cross-functionally with corporate departments, vendors, and internal stakeholdersEnsure alignment to company SOPs, lean practices, and quality standardsPeople Development
Set clear performance expectations for production and support staffConduct or delegate timely performance evaluations, cross-training, and development planningEnsure all production and supervisory roles are adequately trained and certifiedMaintain a team environment focused on safety, productivity, and ownershipActively engage in coaching, mentoring, and recognizing high performersSupport onboarding, new hire orientation, and ongoing skills training (including Parr University)Promote internal advancement and skill-building through career path planningBusiness
Oversee production cost control, labor planning, and plant financial performanceMaintain appropriate raw material and finished goods inventory, collaborating with supply chain and purchasingLead and document daily / weekly production meetings, tracking KPIs and safety metricsManage quality assurance programs, ensuring standards are met or exceededProactively address slow-moving inventory, scrap reduction, and optimization of workflowsEnsure OSHA, DOT, and fleet compliance in shipping / receiving and delivery operationsUtilize company systems for inventory management, ERP, and labor reportingSupport lean practices and standard work implementation throughout the facilityCollaborate with sales, and scheduling teams to align order volume with capacityParticipate in budgeting, capital planning, and continuous improvement initiativesSafety
Enforce safety policies and lead by example in PPE, safe practices, and team accountabilityMaintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areasEnsure the use of appropriate machine guards, lockout / tagout, and safety auditsConduct or oversee accident investigations and implement preventive actionsEnsure monthly safety committee meetings are completed and documentedConfirm that first-aid and AED certifications are maintained for key staffUse equipment inspections, DashCam reviews, and behavior-based safety observations to coach improvementCommunication
Communicate performance updates, production goals, and company initiatives to team members and leadershipRespond promptly to customer and internal concerns with professionalismFoster a collaborative culture where suggestions and continuous improvement ideas are encouragedServe as a conduit of information between plant teams and corporate functionsWalk the plant regularly and engage staff directly to reinforce expectations and cultureProvide timely and transparent updates during team meetings and leadership forumsResults
Consistently meet targets for productivity, labor cost per unit, scrap rates, and on-time deliveryAchieve and maintain facility KPIs for throughput, quality, and customer satisfactionComplete monthly budget-to-actuals reporting and cost controlsMaintain compliance with internal audits and documentation requirementsCreate action plans using employee feedback, survey data, and customer inputDemonstrate strong employee retention through engagement and recognitionContribute to leadership meetings and support rollout of division-wide initiativesPerform other related duties as assignedThe General Manager works in a combination of office and manufacturing environments. This includes walking production floors, overseeing operations in assembly and warehouse areas, and interfacing with staff throughout the facility. Standard hours are 6 : 30am - 5 : 00pm, with flexibility as production needs require.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit and / or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire dayMust be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboardMust be able to lift / push / pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feetMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditionsBoth local and overnight travel may be requiredDirect Reports
All hourly and salaried employees assigned to the locationWe know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for 3 years in a row, 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 offEmployee paid sick days7 holidays2 medical plan options, one with a high deductible that offers an HSA, and our standard plan with a very low $1,000 deductibleDental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)Massage, Chiropractic, and Acupuncture coverageFSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programsHSA (Health Savings Account)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 yearIn addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approvalTuition reimbursement (up to $2,500 / year)Annual profit sharing (