MILLWORK OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Role Summary:

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day production at a Millwork Plant, as well as overseeing all shipping and receiving functions. Coaches, motivates and supports the production crew and the Millwork dock team, applying a team approach and maintaining open communication with the staff.

Scope of the Position:

This position is responsible for the production and dock team at the Huntsville, AL Millwork Plant. Direct reports include approximately 15 – 25 production and dock employees.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities expected of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coach the production team to produce and prioritize jobs and, when necessary, reorganize to meet deadlines and updates

• Ensure that all produced products are loaded and shipped onto enclosed trailers in a safe and timely manner

• Oversee all inbound receiving functions for the location

• Comply with all OSHA safety requirements

• Communicate effectively with the management staff, the production team and the dock team, informing and updating them regularly to ensure that production objectives are met

• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed

• Organize workflow according to workload to ensure the completion of the production and shipping schedule

• Oversee all staff scheduling, time off requests

• Monitor quality and accuracy of all orders

• Ensure the completion of all duties with minimum waste and abuse of equipment

• Ensure employee safety training is conducted as required

• Provide a positive, motivating example for employees

• Conduct training or authorize training of production and dock employees

• Conduct formal performance reviews per the company’s policy. Initiate disciplinary action according to company policy.

• Take all necessary action to manage production cost and improve profit

• Inform Manager of equipment, production, shipping, and receiving concerns

• Monitor ongoing operational issues and provide clear communications and resolutions

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Follow Wilson Lumber’s core values

Position Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to creating a work environment where employees want to do their best

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Self-Starter requiring little to no direction

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Moderate computer skills

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Ability to think strategically

• Proven track record of meeting business objectives

• Must have a proven track record in effectively managing operational strategy, safety programs, and customer satisfaction

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of industry experience

• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in operations leadership roles

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

• Lift at least 50 pounds

• Able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment

You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by management.