Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Management or related field preferred.
10+ years of manufacturing experience with 5+ years in a managerial role, ideally in forest products.
Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is a plus.
Analytical mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach.
Strong leadership and motivational skills required.
Ability to perform simple to complex math calculations.
Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate operations across major departments including safety and production.
Promote a high safety culture and performance standards.
Model and uphold company values consistently.
Utilize problem-solving skills for both tactical and strategic initiatives.
Analyze equipment efficiency and manage manpower requirements.
Oversee department expenses and ensure budget compliance.
Implement sustainable process improvements and manage inventory accuracy.
Benefits
Employee referral bonus program.
2 weeks paid time off plus 2 floating holidays.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.
Employee heating pellet program.
Annual provision of work boots and other PPE.
Full Job Description
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
Job Type: Full-time
** Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, direct and coordinate the operations of all major departments, including safety, production, maintenance, and processing, within company guidelines.
Operate in a safe manner to the highest standards to improve our safety culture and performance throughout the facility.
Embrace and model the company values at all times.
Utilize problem solving skills to pursue both task-oriented work and strategic initiatives.
Analyze equipment efficiency, materials supply and coordinate manpower requirements.
Manage department expenses and purchasing within budgetary guidelines.
Implement process improvements that are meaningful and sustainable utilizing capital management and Management of Change (MOC processes)
Manage inventory accuracy at the plant level, of both raw materials and finished goods
Develop a workforce that is cross trained, flexible and productive.
Own and drive strategic and tactical continuous improvement processes that increase productivity and reduce costs
Practice situational leadership characteristics to ensure engagement and involvement of all employees.
Lead and continue to develop department managers, shift leads and production personnel.
Assist in the research and development of new equipment, products and processes.
Oversee corrective action policies and procedures, employee performance evaluations, and training schedules as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications / Education:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Management or related field preferred.
10 + years of manufacturing related experience with 5+ years in a managerial/leadership role, preferably with a maintenance/process background in the forest products manufacturing industry.
TPM experience a plus
Must have a "roll up your sleeves" approach, be highly analytical and forward thinking.
This is a day to day operating role but also one that requires resourcefulness, strategic thinking, and exceptional leadership and motivational skills.
Requires a high degree of technical and analytical skills.?
Requires the ability to do simple to complex math calculations.
Must be able to work in weather extremes.
Benefits:
Employee referral bonus program
2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
Employee heating pellet program
Lignetics SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE
