Assistant Manager - Production Facility (Lumber/Wood Products) – Full-Time | Laurinburg, NC
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Assistant Production Manager to lead our team and ensure smooth, safe, and efficient mill operations. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily production of softwood lumber, supervising team members, and maintaining consistent quality and safety standards across all shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and direct supervision to sawmill personnel.
Ensure consistent lumber flow and production through established processes.
Oversee log staging, inventory control, and product quality checks.
Coordinate daily operations, including scheduled and emergency maintenance.
Maintain air quality and stormwater compliance standards.
Track production and personnel records accurately.
Enforce preventative maintenance schedules and promote a clean, organized workspace.
Manage railcar and truck loading for by-products.
Utilize sound judgment in scheduling overtime and labor to meet production goals.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Mill Manager or in a similar supervisory role is required.
Industrial Maintenance Experience
Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.
Excellent attendance and dependable work ethic.
Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
Attention to detail with a results-driven approach.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and foster a positive team environment.
Proficient in shop math and lumber measurement.
High school diploma required; additional technical training preferred.
Knowledge of labor laws and company procedures.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call as needed.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Must maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Other duties as assigned.
Schedule:
Day and evening shifts
Flexibility required
Benefits:
Location: On-site in Laurinburg, NC
If you're a dedicated leader with a passion for safety, quality, and production excellence, we want to hear from you!
Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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