Design Supervisor Design - Indirect Job at Builders FirstSource, Inc. in Georgia

Overview

We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

Purpose

Assists the Design Manager in overseeing the work of the design team ensuring drawings are error free and completed on time. Schedules work assignments. Reviews and approve drawings. Trains new designers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of employees that are using computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Supervises daily layout of design work performed and ensures timely completion. Originates and checks layout and design drawings for structural wood products manufactured or supplied by the company.
• Reviews new orders and estimates completion time. Assigns appropriate design personnel to complete the work.
• Sets design pricing.
• Assists the truss technician to ensure the products supplied satisfy the goals of a Builders FirstSource design department – ensuring correct geometry, structural integrity, and economy.
• Records and tracks design errors per company policy. Holds meetings with designers to discuss any design issues and reach a solution to avoid errors in the future.
• Performs some layout and design work daily.
• Reviews the lead times of the design office and coordinates shifting of design work with other designers when required.
• Communicates with contractors, company sales representatives, and building designers as required to obtain information for timely drawing completion.
• Administers new employee training to ensure familiarity with company products and processes. Reviews work that is generated.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises assigned employees including staff selection and training; planning, assigning and directing work; conducting performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Competencies

Work Environment / Physical Activity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

We offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings, visit www.bldrbenefits.com.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214)765-3990 or email : ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address – it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Equal Opportunity

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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