Dry End Supervisor

The Dry End Supervisor will manage the day-to-day operations of the planer, kilns, and shipping departments while promoting safety, quality, productivity, recovery, and employee development.

• Lead safe work environment; train and motivate employees on equipment safety.
• Act as backup for all dry end positions to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage lumber flow through planer, kilns, and shipping departments.
• Research and implement methods to improve grade recovery and reduce costs.
• Communicate pricing reports to Lumber Inspectors for upgrade opportunities.
• Mentor and manage dry end team; provide coaching and performance support.
• Track operations data, process attendance, and perform additional duties.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate team members.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Proven success at prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Diverse background in the sawmill industry.
• Hold a hardwood lumber inspector certificate from the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) or have the equivalent experience.