Supervisor - Boiler/Dry Kiln

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Boiler & Dry Kiln Supervisor to work collaboratively with our sawmill in Shelton, Washington. The successful candidate will work with the Mill Manager, Superintendent, and other supervisors to optimize productivity, ensure safe workplace practices, and manage department operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with Mill Manager, Superintendent, and other supervisors to optimize productivity
• Assure safe workplace practices are followed and promote safety awareness through leading by example
• Actively manage and reduce downtime through quick analysis of options and orchestrating solutions
• Monitor and direct QMS program and related processes to ensure consistency
• Maintain documentation for department operations, disciplinary actions, Work Comp, attendance, etc.
• Supervise, train, direct, and coordinate work of the department’s crew
• Effectively manage crew work time and duties during production, breakdowns, and emergencies
• Recognize the need and opportunity, and take action, to implement cross-training
• Manage scheduled time off, unexpected absences, and modified duty of crew
• Approve timecards for payment, assuring compliance with applicable regulations and Company policy
• Recognize and recommend crew commendation, corrective, disciplinary, and discharge actions

Qualifications

• 2 years of lead or supervisory experience preferred
• 5 years’ experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Preference given to wood product manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a crew
li>Understand wood product manufacturing processes with emphasis in people management
• Understand machinery options with sufficient knowledge to address both preventative and corrective maintenance
• Proven commitment to safety and Company policy
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under demanding circumstances

Benefits

• Excellent low-cost health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
• Paid vacation and 10 holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Additional Retirement Contributions
• Company-paid Life Insurance

The general wage range for this position is from $75,000 to $120,000 per year, dependent upon relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.

About Our Company

Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California, founded in 1949. We are one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. We sustainably manage over 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington, and are committed to growing forests for future generations.