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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterUniversal Forest Products employees are 8% more likely to recommend Universal Forest Products as a great place to work
| 47% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 14% | Passives |
| 39% | Detractors |
Working at Universal Forest Products is rated average by 91 employees, across various culture dimensions. Universal Forest Products employees are most satisfied about Professional Development, CEO Rating, and Meetings categories, putting Universal Forest Products’s culture in the Top 40% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 40% compared to other companies in Grand Rapids, MI. See below in detail how working at Universal Forest Products was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Universal Forest Products is rated B-
Last updated 22 days ago
Universal Forest Products ranks in the Top 40% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Out of 112 Universal Forest Products employee reviews, 92% were positive. The remaining 8% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Universal Forest Products improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 92% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 8% |
What did you like most about the interview process?Lots of information that helps build on safety.
What makes you most happy at work?Interacting and getting to know my coworkers.
What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?People look out for one another
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Very undervalued and not listened to or even heard
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Our bonuses and overtime to be available again as well as good insurance. Also better sick time leave
What does the leadership team need to get better at?Communication is possible poor, doesn't even exist
"Universal Forest Products is a manufacturer and distributor of wood, wood-alternative and other building products."
WE BUILD STRUCTURES, PRODUCTS AND DREAMS. AND A LOT OF OPPORTUNITY ALONG THE WAY.
| Headquarter | 2801 East Beltline NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ufpi.com |
| Founding Date | 1955 |
| Tel | 616-364-6161 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | UFPI |
Universal Forest Products competitors include Builders FirstSource, Boise Cascade, BlueLinx Holdings, and Weyerhaeuser. Universal Forest Products ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Universal Forest Products compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.

91 employees at Universal Forest Products have reviewed Universal Forest Products across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 22 days ago.
Overall, the 91 Universal Forest Products employees give their leadership a grade of B-, or Top 40% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Universal Forest Products are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Universal Forest Products, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Universal Forest Products are generally satisfied with their team. 91 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at Universal Forest Products are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Universal Forest Products believe the environment at Universal Forest Products is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Universal Forest Products is extremely fast. About 18% of the employees at Universal Forest Products work 8 hours or less, while 8% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Universal Forest Products are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Universal Forest Products is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Universal Forest Products employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Employees’ understanding of Universal Forest Products' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Universal Forest Products employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
Matthew’s approval rate is in the Top 25% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 40% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Grand Rapids, MI. Universal Forest Products’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees with 3 to 6 Years experience, Caucasian employees, and Male employees. However, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience and employees in the Operations department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Universal Forest Products’s competitors, Matthew Missad ranks right above BlueLinx Holdings CEO Mitchell Lewis. Under Missad’s leadership, Universal Forest Products employee respondents are most happy about their Professional Development and the company’s Meetings. Office Culture and Manager are two areas, according to respondents, where Universal Forest Products could stand to see real improvement.
The Universal Forest Products Executive Team is rated a “B-” and led by CEO Matthew Missad, President of UFP Western Division Inc Allen Peters, and President and Chief Operating Officer Patrick M. Webster
Matthew Missad CEO / President
Matthew Missad serves as the CEO / President of Universal Forest Products.
Allen Peters President of UFP Western Division Inc
Mr. Allen T. Peters has been President of UFP Western Division, Inc. at Universal Forest Products, Inc. since January... read more
Patrick M. Webster President and Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Patrick M. Webster, also known as Pat, has been the President and Chief Operating Officer of Universal Forest... read more
Patrick M. Benton President of UFP Northern Division Inc
Mr. Patrick M. Benton serves as President of UFP Northern Division, Inc. at Universal Forest Products, Inc. and served... read more
Michael R. Cole CPA, CMA Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Mr. Michael R. Cole, also known as Mike, CPA, CMA, has been the Chief Financial Officer of Universal Forest Products,... read more
Jonathan E. West President of UFP Southern Division Inc
Mr. Jonathan E. West serves as President of UFP Southern Division, Inc. at Universal Forest Products, Inc. and served as... read more
Robert D. Coleman Executive Vice President of Manufacturing
Mr. Robert D. Coleman has been an Executive Vice President of Manufacturing at Universal Forest Products, Inc. since... read more
Chad C. Uhlig-Eastin Executive Vice President of Purchasing
Mr. Chad C. Uhlig-Eastin has been Executive Vice President of Purchasing at Universal Forest Products, Inc. since... read more
Michael F. Mordell Executive Vice President of International Operations
Mr. Michael F. Mordell, also known as Mike, has been an Executive Vice President of International Operations at... read more
How much do people at Universal Forest Products get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Universal Forest Products is $129,500, or $62 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $129,493, or $62 per hour.
At Universal Forest Products, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $233,798 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,863 annually. Average Universal Forest Products salaries by department include: Customer Support at $69,549, Communications at $234,355, Engineering at $141,110, and Legal at $156,961. Half of Universal Forest Products salaries are above $129,493.
44 employees at Universal Forest Products rank their Compensation in the Top 40% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 134 ratings) while 43 employees at Universal Forest Products rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 46 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $72k | $72k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $101k | $101k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $123k | $123k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $181k | $181k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $236k | $236k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $278k | $278k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $298k | $298k | 100th Percentile |
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Universal Forest Products across various culture dimensions.
Universal Forest Products' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Universal Forest Products' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.

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What is Universal Forest Products address?
Universal Forest Products location is at 2801 East Beltline NE
Who is the CEO of Universal Forest Products?
Universal Forest Products CEO is Matthew Missad, their score by employees is 73
What is Universal Forest Products eNPS?
The eNPS for Universal Forest Products is 8
What is Universal Forest Products revenue?
Universal Forest Products revenue is $4B
What is the salary for Director of Marketing in Universal Forest Products?
Director of Marketing average salary in the US is 188k