Shift Supervisor

Boise Cascade•Willamina, OR

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Supervisor role coordinates and oversees the daily activities of production employees with an emphasis on leading by example, operational decision making, and aligning performance for success in accordance with Boise Cascade's Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, and Excellence. Key responsibilities include supervision, safety, product quality, training and development of employees, department workflow and manpower utilization, communication, facilitation of payroll, and administering company policies and procedures. Must demonstrate a strong commitment to BIC (Boise Improvement Cycle) and the process of continuous improvement. Candidate must be willing to work swing shift.

Requirements

College Degree or equivalent work experience in industrial/mechanical engineering, forestry or wood manufacturing.
Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in manufacturing or wood products experience, with experience as a Lead or Supervisor is strongly preferred.
Essential qualifications include proven skills in a production environment with an understanding of manufacturing practices, excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with people and to facilitate change and growth in a team environment.
Must be available to work a flexible work schedule (this position predominantly works swing shift) in a production-manufacturing environment.
PC skills are essential.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the daily activities of production employees.
Provides reports on a daily/weekly frequency to summarize results of production flow.
Communicates with plant personnel to aid process improvement on overall production/quality/safety issues.
Supervises hourly employees in housekeeping, job safety and oversees investigation of safety accidents
Facilitates periodic safety meetings with hourly employees.
Develops good employee relations, collaborative team environment and handles employee complaints promptly.
Provides activity reports to management on the safety, production, maintenance, and quality of the plant.
Identifies and responds actively to the needs of all customers and is open and responsive to change.
Maintains an environmental awareness and promotes safety practices according to company policies and procedures.
Reviews work performed and appraises performance or employees.
Must understand and facilitate payroll, inventory, and shipping processes in addition to scheduling and maintenance.