Production Superintendent

Boise Cascade Company

44d•$80,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Duties: Supervise, directly and through production supervisors, all aspects of the manufacturing process. This includes safety, administration at the plant site, planning, scheduling, production, shipping, quality, product development, environmental and technical compliance, and personnel management. Essential Functions: Direct production and manufacturing in accordance with established process and product specifications, quality standards, delivery schedules, and standard costs so as to continually improve the efficiency, economy, and safety of the operations. Provide a safe work environment for employees that meet or exceeds regulatory compliance levels. Work with suppliers and recommend to the Plant Manager the types of equipment supplies needed to maintain an efficient and up-to-date manufacturing facility. Coordinate engineering on new projects as well as existing equipment upgrades. Prepare back-up data for AFE’s. Prepare monthly safety meeting discussion points and training materials. Prepare budget information and review for areas of responsibility for compliance with the budget. Provide guidance with supervisors to maintain satisfactory employee and labor relations, safety, and teamwork within a Total Quality framework. Develop and mentor facility supervisors, fostering leadership capabilities and serving as a leader of leaders to drive team and organizational success. Coordinate the various phases of operation to ensure efficient workflow and assignment. Accomplish this by working closely with maintenance, technical and quality resources, raw material procurement, and safety and environmental. Demonstrates a commitment to the process of continuous improvement, identifies and responds actively to the needs of all customers and is open and responsive to change.

Requirements

College degree, or equivalent work experience in related job function.
Requires a self-motivated, results-oriented individual with good analytical and communication skills, excellent planning and organizational skills and a demonstrated commitment to the process of continuous improvement.
A solid understanding of manufacturing practices and equipment is required.
Must have the ability to work well with people at all levels and facilitate change and growth as needed in a team environment.
Must have management level knowledge of accounting, purchasing, engineering and employee relations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science, or technical degree in related field (Engineering, Forestry, Wood Science).
Prefer a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in manufacturing/wood products/management, including demonstrated responsibility for all areas identified.

Responsibilities

Supervise all aspects of the manufacturing process.
Direct production and manufacturing in accordance with established process and product specifications, quality standards, delivery schedules, and standard costs.
Provide a safe work environment for employees.
Work with suppliers and recommend equipment and supplies.
Coordinate engineering on new projects and equipment upgrades.
Prepare monthly safety meeting discussion points and training materials.
Prepare budget information and review for areas of responsibility.
Provide guidance with supervisors to maintain satisfactory employee and labor relations, safety, and teamwork.
Develop and mentor facility supervisors.
Coordinate the various phases of operation to ensure efficient workflow and assignment.
Demonstrates a commitment to the process of continuous improvement.