Manufacturing Operations Leadership Program

About the Program

The Senior Development Program (SDP) is a high-impact, 12–18 Month Accelerated Leadership Program preparing high-potential professionals for plant and operations leadership. Participants will gain exposure to leading safety and reliability processes in a wood products manufacturing environment, developing and implementing strategic site level initiatives, and build knowledge and skills related to our manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Gain

• Executive mentorship and sponsorship from business level and site level leaders.
• Exposure to operations, maintenance, and site level improvement initiatives as well as capital planning and execution and business and site level strategies.
• A tailored development plan with clear succession pathways.
• Opportunity for placement into department level leadership roles upon completion of the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects that drive innovation, operational excellence, and cultural transformation.
• Partner with site leadership to identify and implement strategic priorities.
• Participate in regional and business level forums and present outcomes to business leaders.
• Develop and execute an individual development plan aligned with business level and site level goals.
• Build people leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5 – 8 years working experience with 4-5 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in business, engineering, forestry or related discipline.
• Proven track record of leading teams, managing change, and delivering results.
• Ability to implement and drive operational and strategic initiatives.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate for high-priority assignments.

Compensation

This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, with a salary range of $90,244–$135,509 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance for you and your dependents.
• 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/development opportunities.

Retirement

Employees may enroll in the company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match plus a company contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay.

Paid Time Off

• 3 weeks of paid vacation during your first year (for employees scheduled 25+ hours/week).
• Eleven paid holidays per year (88 holiday hours).
• Paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.