Leadership Development Professional

About the Role

This is an entry-level leadership developmental position. Working under close guidance with assigned mentors, you will grow and strengthen your leadership skills and general business understanding of the manufacturing processes and operations of a Wood Products mill, and other major function areas, through a detailed 12-month development plan. The plan includes hands-on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of process improvement projects.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Mill Manager. The role is based at the Bruce Lumber Mill in Bruce, MS, part of the Wood Products business in the Southern Lumber Region. Relocation benefits are available for this and subsequent positions.

Bruce is located 40 minutes south of Oxford, MS (home of the University of Mississippi), offering leisure and entertainment options such as college football games, museums, and wildlife parks. It is also 1.5 hours south of Memphis, TN, which features attractions like Graceland, the Memphis Zoo, and various museums.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop safety leadership skills.
• Complete a structured 12-month rotation through all operational areas of the mill.
• Participate in projects and assignments to promote active learning and contribute to the mill’s performance.
• Gain exposure to metrics, reliability, and process improvement projects.
• Receive broad exposure to Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales, and Finance.
• Develop Front Line Leader skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business, Engineering, Forestry, or a related discipline OR on track to receive a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields by Summer or Fall of 2024.
• Willingness to adapt to a strong safety culture and ensure safe and efficient execution of work.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Strong desire to learn manufacturing processes, develop leadership capabilities, and progress within the organization.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other Windows-based programs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience or knowledge of project management.
• Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, and demands, with flexibility to adapt to changes.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to develop partnerships and collaborate in team settings.
• Courage to challenge the status quo and deliver results.
• Excellent work ethic, strong time management, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to relocate for position opportunities and/or cross-business development.

Pay

This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, with a targeted salary range of $57,960–$86,941 based on skills, qualifications, and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay, with potential plan funding ranging from zero to two times that target.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account option with a company contribution.
• Voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Support for personal volunteerism, diversity networks, mentoring, and training and development opportunities.
• 401k plan with a company match and an annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation during your first year of employment, plus 11 paid holidays per year (totaling 88 holiday hours).
• Paid parental leave for all full-time employees.