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"Universal Forest Products is a manufacturer and distributor of wood, wood-alternative and other building products." read more
Universal Forest Products Company Culture
Universal Forest Products Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.5/5
Universal Forest Products' Overall Culture is rated C+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Professional Development
B+CEO Rating
BPerks & Benefits
BTeam
BExecutive Team
B-Universal Forest Products CEO
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Matthew Missad
72 /100
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 40%Top 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
6
Universal Forest Products employees are 6% more likely to recommend Universal Forest Products as a great place to work
| 46% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 14% | Passives |
| 40% | Detractors |
Working at Universal Forest Products
Working at Universal Forest Products is rated average by 94 employees, across various culture dimensions. Universal Forest Products employees are most satisfied about Professional Development, CEO Rating, and Perks And Benefits categories, putting Universal Forest Products’s culture in the Top 50% 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
C+
Overall Company Culture at Universal Forest Products is rated C+
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Universal Forest Products ranks in the Top 50% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Universal Forest Products Employee Reviews
Out of 118 Universal Forest Products employee reviews, 93% were positive. The remaining 7% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Universal Forest Products improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 93% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 7% |
Positive Reviews From Universal Forest Products Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Understand what makes ufp great
- What makes you most happy at work?Seeing the team develope and achieve goals
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?You create your own positivity
Constructive Feedback From Universal Forest Products Employees
- 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 Company Information
Universal Forest Products Company Overview
"Universal Forest Products is a manufacturer and distributor of wood, wood-alternative and other building products."
Universal Forest Products Mission, Vision & Values
Universal Forest Products Mission & Values
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
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.
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Universal Forest Products Employees
94 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 a month ago.
Overall, the 94 Universal Forest Products employees give their leadership a grade of C+, or Top 50% 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. 94 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 10% 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.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Universal Forest Products employees generally work 10.1 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Universal Forest Products report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
81% of Universal Forest Products employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
40% of Universal Forest Products employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
59% of Universal Forest Products employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Universal Forest Products - Employee Onboarding
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.
Universal Forest Products KPIs and OKRs
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.
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Universal Forest Products CEO & Leadership
Universal Forest Products CEO - Matthew Missad
72 /100
Matthew’s approval rate is just above average, putting Matthew in the Top 30% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 50% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Grand Rapids, MI. Matthew Missad is well regarded by employees for the Professional Development Universal Forest Products offers, and ranks among the Top 20% of CEOs by employees in that category. Matthew is most liked by employees with 3 to 6 Years experience and Caucasian employees. However, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience have a slightly unfavorable view of the CEO. When compared to Universal Forest Products’s competitors, Matthew Missad ranks just above BlueLinx Holdings’s CEO Mitchell Lewis. With Matthew’s leadership, Universal Forest Products employee respondents are most happy about their Professional Development and Perks And Benefits. Matthew was rated slightly below average for Manager.
Universal Forest Products Leadership
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
Universal Forest Products Salaries
How much does Universal Forest Products pay?
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: Finance at $89,823, HR at $126,534, Customer Support at $69,549, and Marketing at $108,969. Half of Universal Forest Products salaries are above $129,493.
46 employees at Universal Forest Products rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 140 ratings) while 45 employees at Universal Forest Products rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 48 ratings).
Last updated a month 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 |
$129,500*
Average Compensation
$129,493*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Universal Forest Products Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Universal Forest Products
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Universal Forest Products across various culture dimensions.
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Universal Forest Products Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Universal Forest Products PTO
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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Candidates By Department
All Industries | 43% | |
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Admin | 29% | |
Engineering | 29% |
Candidates By Location
Grand Rapids | 14% | |
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Albuquerque | 14% | |
Tampa | 14% | |
Lansing | 14% | |
Augusta | 14% | |
Other | 29% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Universal Forest Products
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 72
What is Universal Forest Products eNPS?
The eNPS for Universal Forest Products is 6
What is Universal Forest Products revenue?
Universal Forest Products revenue is $4B
What is the salary for Director of Product in Universal Forest Products?
Director of Product average salary in the US is 217k
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