Planer Supervisor

Planer Supervisor, Swainsboro, Georgia

As Planer Supervisor at Interfor you will be responsible for driving the safe, efficient, and high-quality flow of lumber through the planer mill. You’ll oversee all aspects of dry lumber processing and packaging, collaborating across departments to optimize production and performance.

This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, shape operational excellence, and make a tangible impact on product quality and business results. If you thrive in a dynamic, hands‑on environment and enjoy leading by example, this is an opportunity to grow your career in modern lumber manufacturing.
This is a night shift position.

Interfor offers a competitive salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications, along with a comprehensive total rewards package. We’re committed to creating careers where employees can contribute, grow, and thrive. In addition to base pay, you’ll enjoy:

• Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Share Purchase Program matching
• Extended Health & Dental

• Safety Leadership: Champion safety standards, policies, and practices, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
• Productivity Optimization: Identify and implement improvements to boost productivity, reduce costs, and maximize lumber quality and value.
• Quality Oversight: Ensure manufacturing meets product specifications and customer expectations while maximizing output.
• Team Engagement: Motivate and guide production and maintenance staff to achieve targets and address challenges professionally.
• Operational Management: Supervise shift activities, manage budgets, control inventory, and oversee compliance with site protocols.

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and foster open, respectful communication.
• Expertise: Minimum 3–5 years in sawmill, planer, or heavy industrial settings; 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Office); knowledge of lumber manufacturing and grading is an asset.
• Problem‑Solving: Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision‑making abilities; able to perform under pressure and across shifts.

At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. We believe in empowering employees, fostering career development, and operating sustainably to support both our people and our planet. Learn more at  #Start Here Go Far

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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.