What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planer Supervisor position at Interfor?
Planer Supervisor, Thomaston, Georgia
When you join our team as a Planer Supervisor, you will be responsible for overall operation and performance of the planer mill and will work closely with other areas of the business to optimize the production performance of the operation.
What You’ll Do
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.
Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar
What We Offer
Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development and great benefits.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
When you join our team as a Planer Supervisor, you will be responsible for overall operation and performance of the planer mill and will work closely with other areas of the business to optimize the production performance of the operation.
What You’ll Do
- Set and communicate direction, while engaging and supporting team members to achieve excellence in all areas.
- Manage safety of employees through leading by example, operate at the highest standards and conform to all regulations.
- Ensure the wide range of products meet all quality standards and order specifications throughout the manufacturing process.
- Oversee planer production, manning, and efficiency.
- Manage and identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce cost, and maximize the quality, value, and recovery of lumber produced.
- Supervise shift production and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with all site protocols (safety, housekeeping, hot work, environmental, etc.).
- Manage budgeting (cost containment /inventory control /scheduling).
- Manage and direct month end inventory process.
- Post-secondary education is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in lumber manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment.
- Minimum 2 years of lumber manufacturing supervisory experience, preferably in a planer role.
- Lumber grading certification is an asset.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment.
- Detail and results oriented.
- Ability to work all shifts.
- Strong computer skills utilizing Windows based programs and Microsoft Office.
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.
Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar
What We Offer
Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development and great benefits.
- Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
- HSA Medical Plan with Employer Match
- Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness)
- 401(k) Matching Plan
- Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
