Canfor

Operations Manager

Canfor • $80K — $95K *
Deridder, LA 70634In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in wood products manufacturing or industrial environments
  • Strong commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence
  • Proven team leadership and performance management capabilities
  • Sound knowledge of sawmill operations and production processes
  • Analytical, problem-solving, and effective communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledgeable about business and financial principles

Responsibilities

  • Champion safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and operational teams
  • Optimize production, recovery, and operational efficiency
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and accountability
  • Support business planning and budget management
  • Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams
  • Build relationships across operations to foster employee engagement

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plans with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee training and development programs
  • Performance bonus opportunities
Full Job Description
Posting ID: 29903Position Type: Regular City: DeRidder, LA, United StatesLocation: DeRidder

A day in the life of the Operations Manager includes:
  • Champion Canfor's Safety Comes First culture and ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and operational teams to achieve business objectives.
  • Optimize production, recovery, quality, and operational efficiency across the mill.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of accountability and performance.
  • Support business planning, budget management, cost control, and operational strategy execution.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and support teams to improve reliability and overall mill performance.
  • Build strong relationships across the operation while fostering employee engagement and development.


For this role come equipped with the following:
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in wood products manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.
  • Strong commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Sound knowledge of sawmill operations, production processes, and cost management.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an understanding of business and financial principles.

About Canfor

Canfor is a Canadian lumber company that produces softwood lumber, pulp and paper products, and other wood products. The company operates sawmills, pulp and paper mills, and wood pellet plants in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Canfor was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The company's mission is to be a global leader in sustainable forestry and to provide high-quality wood products to customers around the world. Canfor is committed to sustainable forestry practices and has received numerous awards for its environmental stewardship.
Learn more about Canfor
Size
7,391 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1938
NASDAQ
CFPZF
* Ladders Estimates

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