Shift Foreman - Graveyard shift available

LIGNETICS INC•Columbia City, OR

8h•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Leader works side by side their assigned manufacturing team to coordinate the production of the highest quality wood pellet in the safest and most cost-effective manner possible. This role is responsible for the operations of various manufacturing systems and ensuring accurate record-keeping and quality control.

Requirements

Great communication skills.
Willingness to flex leadership style as needed.
Comfortable holding the team to a standard.
Ability to motivate a team.
Continuous improvement mindset.
3-5 years of leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced 24/7 environment.
Ability to coach, train, and mentor.
Good communication and documentation skills.
Ability to walk/stand 80% of the time, traversing from building to building.
Ability to change positions often; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
Ability to visually observe and inspect equipment and surroundings.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, both indoors and outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.
Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Nice To Haves

Direct wood pellet manufacturing experience preferred.
Prior experience in manufacturing process troubleshooting desired.
Demonstrated delegation and problem-solving abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as the Coach, Leader, and Manager of the production crew.
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of themselves and all employees on shift, maintaining an organized and safe operating environment and driving the Lignetics Safety System at the crew level.
Set the standards for housekeeping, quality, and productivity on the shift.
Regularly monitor shift performance and communicate/coordinate improvement initiatives.
Administer the personal development program for the team.
Oversee the operations of the green in-feed system, dryer system, dry hammer mill system, kiln-dried system, pellet mills, and all other associated equipment.
Maintain accurate production and downtime records, including operator logs.
Monitor quality test results and correct the root cause of any deviations outside specified ranges.
Be qualified as relief in all positions and cover for team absences (vacation, sickness, etc.).
Perform other tasks as directed by the Production Manager.