What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dry Kiln Supervisor position at Canfor?
The Opportunity:Posting ID: 29308 Position Type: Regular City: DeRidder, LA, United States Location: DeRidder
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments? Do you have a passion for optimizing operations and empowering teams to perform at their best? If so, we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you.
As our Dry Kiln Supervisor, you’ll lead a skilled crew of Dry Kiln Technicians, Boiler Operators, and Forklift Operators, driving performance and safety across our boiler and kiln operations. You’ll be at the heart of our production process—keeping things running smoothly, solving problems on the fly, and inspiring your team to reach new heights. If you're ready to take ownership, make an impact, and grow your career, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do:
At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.
Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.
Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.
We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.
#CSPS
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments? Do you have a passion for optimizing operations and empowering teams to perform at their best? If so, we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you.
As our Dry Kiln Supervisor, you’ll lead a skilled crew of Dry Kiln Technicians, Boiler Operators, and Forklift Operators, driving performance and safety across our boiler and kiln operations. You’ll be at the heart of our production process—keeping things running smoothly, solving problems on the fly, and inspiring your team to reach new heights. If you're ready to take ownership, make an impact, and grow your career, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do:
- Champion safety by maintaining high standards and ensuring full compliance with policies and regulations.
- Lead, coach, and support your team to deliver top-tier performance in kiln and boiler operations.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist with preventative maintenance to keep operations running efficiently.
- Oversee the loading and unloading of lumber with precision and care.
- Collaborate with Production and Maintenance teams to meet and exceed operational goals.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and boost productivity.
- Foster a culture of open communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- 3-5 years of supervisory experience in an industrial environment, with a strong safety-first mindset.
- Solid understanding of heating systems, boilers, and power equipment; kiln experience in lumber manufacturing is a strong asset.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive team performance in high-paced settings.
- Strong computer proficiency, including web-based tools and Microsoft Office.
- Maintenance experience is a plus.
- Grade 12 diploma, GED, or equivalent training (e.g., OSHA tickets, forklift certification).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with a proactive, can-do attitude.
At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.
Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.
Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.
We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.
#CSPS