Immediate Opening - Apply Online or In Person 12110 Old Stage Road Chester, VA 23836

$25-$27/hour Depending on Experience. Salary Adjustment Available at 30/60/90 Days.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Available. 8 paid holidays and Accrued PTO available at 30 days!

COMPANY

Conner Industries, Inc. is a rapidly growing manufacturer and distributor in the industrial lumber, custom wood packaging, and integrated packaging markets. With an outstanding reputation, and over 40 years as an industry leader, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and currently sit at #2 in the U.S. for market share. Best of all, we are growing!

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
A visible leader, developing and leading a production team focused on achieving quality and meeting delivery expectations to our customers in a safe, effective and efficient manner.

DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Supervise hourly employees and allocate accordingly to support saw and assembly workload.
• Train employees in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate orders to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Lead paperwork processing to ensure accuracy in material usage and waste management at the workstations.
• Complete scheduling and reporting in the ERP system to support order processing.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and support maintenance and changeovers.
• Coach employees and continually support a positive work environment.
• Oversee and conduct training on proper operation of equipment and lead safety efforts.
• Participate in projects and lean efforts to drive continual improvement.
• Be a visible leader, leading by example with work ethic and attitude.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience. Lumber related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervision experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory management and material processing; forklift certification a plus.
• Mechanically inclined; experience with wood cutting and manufacturing facility infrastructures.
• Past work in a continuous improvement culture, Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt training is a plus.
• Strong computer skills with experience in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior experience in ERP or other business and production scheduling systems.
• Great communicator and experience building / working in a team environment.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical thinking.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit and kneel. The employee is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls in a fast-paced environment. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch and talk or hear. The employee is required to use repetitive motions. The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an indoor and partial outdoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and requires the use of hearing protection. The employee is required to wear PPE. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The work environment is structured, and lunches and breaks are regulated.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

EEO Statement
Conner Industries does not disqualify applicants that test positive for THC on the pre-employment drug screen. As permitted by state law, applicants being considered for positions with the following responsibilities: CDL Drivers, Forklift Operators, Sales, Maintenance, Management, and all corporate positions, must pass a drug and alcohol test, done through an outside vendor, Quest Diagnostics, before beginning work in that position. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification for the desired position. Conner Industries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Conner Industries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Training & Development