Planer Superintendent

West Fraser•Henderson, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Division’s senior leadership team, you will report directly to the Production Superintendent. This position will be responsible for all aspects of safety and production of the planer mill and shipping department. West Fraser is currently looking for individuals who are interested in a full-time, long-term career in a modern mill environment. This is a Safety Sensitive Position under Arkansas law.

Requirements

Ability to communicate well – oral and written
Proficient in Microsoft suite
Leadership / Supervisory skills
Ability to function independently
Cost management, basic income statements, and balance sheet understanding
Ability to manage, plan and schedule maintenance activities
Effective root cause administration to minimize reoccurring issues causing downtime
Proven ability to grow and develop people
Minimum 3 to 5 years of leadership of industrial or manufacturing experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher
Lumber grading certification
Wood products experience with any of the following: Planning, Sawmilling, Drying

Responsibilities

Achieving production goals with the highest regard and adherence to employee safety
Managing department costs in an aggressive manner assuring optimum manufacturing unit costs, development, and education on key metrics
Maintenance planning, planning non-emergency maintenance, coordinating PM routes
Effective evaluation and continuous improvement of maintenance
Experience effectively managing change in a high performing work environment
Effectively communicating goals to the team
Managing conflict