Supervisor, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations

Brief Description

Roseburg Forest Products owns, sustains and responsibly harvests 600,000 acres of U.S. timberlands that yield the highest-quality building materials and specialty wood products that generate pride for the job and stand the test of time. Founded in 1936, the privately-held company has built its reputation for quality, versatility and reliability with products shipped across North America that include medium density fiberboard, softwood and hardwood plywood, dimension and stud lumber, and LVL and I-Joists.

To lead operations team members and activities related to the manufacturing processes during the designated operating shift or specific areas of the plant that support corporate business objectives and ensures compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards, policies and regulations.

• Ensure safety of all employees working in operating unit or department by driving continuous improvement towards a true safety culture; including supporting all corporate safety programs; developing SOPs, identifying and eliminating hazards, and enforcing all safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all standards and programs (safety, environmental, quality, maintenance and manufacturing policies and procedures) during the designated operating shift
• Follow and support manufacturing or departmental activities of the site business plan with minimal guidance, deploy and communicate goals, objectives and performance measures related to area of responsibility
• Lead team members within a mill department or shift
• Responsible for training, performance management and communication of work schedules and daily work assignments; including duties from staff and self-development, coaching, counseling on performance feedback, up to initiating and assisting with corrective action
• Assist and participate with hiring, interviewing, selection and orientation process
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain records and documentation according to guidelines in a timely and accurate manner
• Drives specific process improvement, cost reduction and continuous improvement projects, as directed
• Other duties as assigned
• Models company core values

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) or more years of manufacturing work experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position
• Understanding of and ability to interpret and apply HR, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
• Must be flexible with schedule and be self-motivated
• PC operation and experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Ability to coach and lead a diverse workforce
• Ability to communicate effectively with reports, senior management, and other departments
• Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills
• Ability to work in and maintain a highly functional team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Production or related field