Description

• Assist with the development and execution of the plant operating plan in accordance with company policy and division business objectives.
• Support the creation of reliability maintenance and continuous improvement culture across the facility.
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPI’s) for the plant, including budgets, productivity, inventories, safety, quality, etc. 
• Prepare and monitor quarterly, monthly, and weekly budgets and forecasts as required.
• Assist in managing ongoing plant operations through supervisory and management staff.
• Work with direct reports and division staff to establish goals for plant performance in all areas, and coach staff to achieve goals.
• Provide guidance and leadership to supervisors and develop promising employees for future opportunities. Drive cooperation among plant employees. 
• Resolve operating, scheduling, and production issues as needed. 
• Assist with overseeing the reliability maintenance process and plant improvements. Manage capital expenditures.
• Consistently reinforce a commitment to customer-focus toward both internal and external customers. 
• Establish consistent processes, standards, and expectations for the plant to ensure ongoing performance within the company, regulatory, and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership for the plant and set an example of proper professional conduct for others. 
• Drive the continuous improvement process through direct reports.

• 5 years of manufacturing experience including direct supervisory experience.
• 3 to 5 years demonstrated leadership of multiple departments within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, good judgement, and the ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and guide the operations team towards a culture of reliability and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s level education in forestry, business, or related areas is highly preferred but not required.
• Prior experience working in plywood or wood products manufacturing.

An Equal Opportunity Employer