Manager-Dry End

Idaho Forest Group•Grangeville, ID

About The Position

The Dry End Manager oversees operations for the Planer, Boiler, Kiln, and Shipping Departments. The role ensures efficient processing of raw materials while maintaining safety, quality, production standards, and financial goals. The manager leads operators and technicians, applies best practices to optimize workflow, and collaborates with other departments to meet production targets and improve operational efficiency. Duties may vary by location.

Requirements

At least 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and safety protocols.
Strong managerial skills and the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team toward a common goal.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration and reporting.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges.
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, multitask, manage projects, and meet deadlines.
Willingness to work nights or weekends as needed.
Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, a post-offer pre-employment physical, and a background check.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle history for business travel in company vehicles.
Ability to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, and airborne particles such as sawdust.
Ability to sit and/or stand for a shift; reach with hands and arms; stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs.
Physical demands include occasional bending at the waist, upper-body twisting, stooping, lifting above waist height, and standing or walking; rare lifting of over 50 pounds; frequent sitting; and constant repetitive hand use for clerical duties.
Correctable near and far vision and depth perception; hearing is preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous Planer experience.
Experience with, or certification through, a lumber grading agency.
General understanding of OSHA requirements, LOTO procedures, and standard operating procedures.
Experience with QC/QA programs and tools.

Responsibilities

Manage daily dry end operations and provide leadership and guidance to team members.
Monitor production processes to meet targets while maintaining IFG quality and safety standards.
Foster teamwork and support IFG culture and standards through proactive leadership.
Train, mentor, evaluate, and counsel team members, promoting safety and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with Green End, Maintenance, Sales, and other departments to streamline operations.
Evaluate and calculate ROI opportunities for departmental improvements.
Work with other managers and supervisors to identify repair and improvement opportunities and solutions.
Work with Sales to track production tallies and sales needs.
Collaborate with the Plant Superintendent to build and manage the department budget.
Implement and uphold quality assurance processes to ensure product standards are consistently met.
Conduct uptime analysis for continuous improvement.
Maintain a clean department and plant site.
Maintain acceptable production levels.