Harvest Manager

Weyerhaeuser • De Queen, AR

395d • $56,500 - $100,100

About The Position

The Harvest Manager at Weyerhaeuser plays a crucial role in the Arkansas Oklahoma Region, focusing on contract administration and the implementation of harvesting and transportation strategies. This position is essential for ensuring the success of various teams within the organization, including Wood Flow, Marketing, Silviculture, Planning, and Geographic Leaders, in achieving their annual objectives. The role involves significant travel and extensive fieldwork to oversee harvesting operations effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field, or equivalent experience; a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Commitment to promoting a safe work environment.
• Fundamental negotiation skills.
• Proficient in determining and applying conversion factors between alternate scales and weights.
• Understanding of quality specifications for raw materials and their impact on values.
• Ability to leverage supplier data for performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, labor, and transportation laws related to harvesting operations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a self-motivated environment.
• Familiarity with total system concepts and collaboration across business boundaries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and various other applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle safely.
• Ability to navigate active harvesting sites and participate in wildfire suppression activities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in forestry management or related fields.
• Familiarity with advanced harvesting technologies and practices.

Responsibilities

• On-site verification of harvest plans and supervision of harvest operations.
• Negotiate harvesting contracts and ensure contractor safety compliance.
• Monitor contract performance and address noncompliance issues.
• Merchandize and optimize product utilization, ensuring quality in thinning operations.
• Enforce environmental compliance and manage logging road maintenance activities.
• Maintain timely system updates related to harvesting operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account option with company contribution.
• Voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Support for personal volunteerism and diversity networks.
• Training and development opportunities.
• 401k plan with company match and annual contribution equal to 5% of base salary.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year and 11 paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Forestry and Logging
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree