Production Supervisor - Planer Mill - Weyerhaeuser
Dodson, LA
About the Job
Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Production Supervisor - Planer Mill for our lumber manufacturing facility in Dodson, LA. The Dodson mill is a dimensional lumber mill located in North Central, Louisiana. Sawmilling in Dodson has a rich history where it was home to the largest sawmill in the United States in 1900. It is located close to Ruston, LA, North Central Louisiana has great communities, outdoor scenic attractions, thriving arts, recreation and shopping.
The Production Supervisor - Planer Mill is responsible for direct supervision of a team of hourly employees. This includes the safety, production, and quality goals of our Planer Mill. The Production Supervisor is committed to continuous improvement in safety, cost management, process improvement, plant scheduling, production flows, staffing and housekeeping. Relocation assistance is available!
*Key Functions:*
* Responsible for providing daily leadership and oversight of hourly production employees to ensure safe and efficient execution of work
* Ensure proper job and safety rules are followed
* Role model our Core Values (Safety, Integrity, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Inclusion) and People Principles (Appreciate, Respect, Listen, Communicate and Value) to foster a positive work environment, and ensure open communication among associates
* Lead safety and other team meetings
* Project needs and balance labor resources to ensure continuous improvement in safety, quality and production
* Set performance expectations for team that directly support the mill goals
* Active involvement in assigning work and evaluating job performance
* Support, coach, and provide timely feedback and direction to employees
* Ensure compliance with all applicable Weyerhaeuser, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations
* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
* Minimum 3 years' supervisory experience in an industrial environment
* Leadership skills that include a proven ability to coach employees to a higher level of performance
* Strong people skills with a result-oriented focus
* Good planning, organizational skills, and problem-solving capabilities
* Experience in routine manufacturing concepts such as housekeeping, ergonomics and labor efficiency
* Flexible work hours are necessary to meet the needs of a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Must be willing to work any required shift and on weekends as needed
* Effective problem-solving techniques and ability to make process improvement recommendations
* Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
* Committed to professional ethical standards
* Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
* Ability to handle large volume of work, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, work under pressure and meet deadlines
*Preferred Qualifications:*
* Bachelor's degree in related field
*What We Offer:*
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $68,400 - $102,600 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3 weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year
*About Weyerhaeuser:* We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
*About Wood Products:* We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
/Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team/
Job: Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction*
Title: *Production Supervisor - Planer Mill*
Location: *LA-Dodson*
Requisition ID:** *01022159*
The Production Supervisor - Planer Mill is responsible for direct supervision of a team of hourly employees. This includes the safety, production, and quality goals of our Planer Mill. The Production Supervisor is committed to continuous improvement in safety, cost management, process improvement, plant scheduling, production flows, staffing and housekeeping. Relocation assistance is available!
*Key Functions:*
* Responsible for providing daily leadership and oversight of hourly production employees to ensure safe and efficient execution of work
* Ensure proper job and safety rules are followed
* Role model our Core Values (Safety, Integrity, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Inclusion) and People Principles (Appreciate, Respect, Listen, Communicate and Value) to foster a positive work environment, and ensure open communication among associates
* Lead safety and other team meetings
* Project needs and balance labor resources to ensure continuous improvement in safety, quality and production
* Set performance expectations for team that directly support the mill goals
* Active involvement in assigning work and evaluating job performance
* Support, coach, and provide timely feedback and direction to employees
* Ensure compliance with all applicable Weyerhaeuser, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations
* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
* Minimum 3 years' supervisory experience in an industrial environment
* Leadership skills that include a proven ability to coach employees to a higher level of performance
* Strong people skills with a result-oriented focus
* Good planning, organizational skills, and problem-solving capabilities
* Experience in routine manufacturing concepts such as housekeeping, ergonomics and labor efficiency
* Flexible work hours are necessary to meet the needs of a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Must be willing to work any required shift and on weekends as needed
* Effective problem-solving techniques and ability to make process improvement recommendations
* Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
* Committed to professional ethical standards
* Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
* Ability to handle large volume of work, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, work under pressure and meet deadlines
*Preferred Qualifications:*
* Bachelor's degree in related field
*What We Offer:*
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $68,400 - $102,600 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3 weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year
*About Weyerhaeuser:* We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
*About Wood Products:* We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
/Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team/
Job: Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction*
Title: *Production Supervisor - Planer Mill*
Location: *LA-Dodson*
Requisition ID:** *01022159*
Source : Weyerhaeuser