Supervisor-Sawmill (Grangeville) (Manufacturing)
Idaho Forest Group Grangeville is currently seeking a Swing Shift Sawmill Supervisor to join our team.
This position will efficiently and effectively supervise the sawmill operation.
The Sawmill Supervisor will be responsible for the direct supervision of 15 - 20 employees and will be expected to lead improvements in safety, productivity and quality in the Sawmill department. The expectation is to lead in a way that supports/enhances our standards and principles, fosters teamwork and produces results.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations and JSAs
- Comply with all company rules and regulations
- Supervise 15 - 20 employees to maximize safety, quality, and production
- Proactive leadership that fosters safety and teamwork which enhance IFG culture and standards including knowledge of IFG KPI and QMS
- Train, coach, and evaluate performance
- Counsel team members
- Work closely with Green End Manager, Maintenance Manager and other supervisors to identify repairs, improvement opportunities and innovative solutions
- Work closely with Sales to track production tallies and Sales needs
- Conduct uptime analysis for continuous improvement
- Maintain clean department and plant site
- Fill in for production operators as needed
- Help to meet department budget by managing materials and labor
- Maintain production and time records
- Help to implement and maintain company policies and procedures
- Work with maintenance staff to maximize uptime and reliability
- Help to hire and train a diverse workforce
- Help to assure safety compliance and continuous improvement in safety culture
- Other duties as directed by Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 or more years of supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing
- Working knowledge of sawmill manufacturing practices
- Experience with Lean manufacturing principles
- Experience developing and implementing key process indicators (KPI's)
- Proven leadership skills and ability to coach, train and evaluate personnel
- Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook required for production analysis and projections
- Strong communication skills, planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Self-starter that takes initiative and can inspire others to improve
