Sawmill Supervisor

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd • Fort St. James, BC

2d • CA$98,411 - CA$113,173 • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sawmill Supervisor at Apollo Forest Products in Fort St. James, BC! Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. is an integrated wood products manufacturing company with operations throughout north-central British Columbia. Since 1962 the dedicated team at Sinclar Group has been building strong and stable businesses by encouraging leadership and innovation in our workforce, upholding the family values that framed our beginnings, and respecting the needs of the communities in which we all live and work. Working with integrity is fundamental to the Sinclar Group of Companies. The health and safety of our employees, our commitment to responsible environmental stewardship, ethical dealings with our business partners, and contributing to the economic and social fabric of the communities in which we operate define the essence of who we are. Apollo Forest Products, a part of Sinclar Group Forest Products since 1969, is a major employer in the community of Fort St. James, deriving significant benefit from a capable and committed workforce. With its strong and secure fibre basket, the Apollo mill produces 150 million board feet of premium quality stud lumber annually. While our focus is meeting the needs of our customers, our success is driven by our people. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a keen appetite to grow their career in the forest manufacturing industry. Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, the Supervisor is responsible for driving safety, production and quality in the Sawmill. The Supervisor ensures that objectives for production are met on a consistent basis, coordinates production with maintenance and clean up schedules, manages performance, provides guidance and communicates effectively with all employees on the shift. This position forms a key part of our leadership team and will collaborate within the immediate team and across the organization to safely deliver the required results and meet high performance and quality standards. Candidates must have a firm and steadfast commitment to the Occupational Health and Safety Program and to assuring the quality of our products. In addition, candidates must demonstrate leadership skills, strong and effective communication skills along with an ability to engage others and foster a respectful workplace. Familiarity with the lumber manufacturing process and computer skills are required. Sawmill production experience is preferred. If you have the ability to inspire people to work together to achieve new levels of success and are interested in the idyllic outdoor lifestyle as well as all of the services the community of Fort St. James offers, please forward your resume.

Requirements

• Firm and steadfast commitment to the Occupational Health and Safety Program.
• Commitment to assuring the quality of our products.
• Leadership skills.
• Strong and effective communication skills.
• Ability to engage others and foster a respectful workplace.
• Familiarity with the lumber manufacturing process.
• Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Sawmill production experience.

Responsibilities

• Driving safety, production and quality in the Sawmill.
• Ensuring that objectives for production are met on a consistent basis.
• Coordinating production with maintenance and clean up schedules.
• Managing performance.
• Providing guidance and communicating effectively with all employees on the shift.
• Collaborating within the immediate team and across the organization to safely deliver the required results and meet high performance and quality standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed