Planer Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The Planer mill Supervisor will provide leadership, training, and development to leads and hourly employees by managing the process flow, resources, and workforce to meet and exceed established budgets and performance objects.

Responsibilities include :

• Provide leadership for the department by being a role model in all and maintaining high standards in areas including safety, working relationships, quality, and training
• Oversee the day to day operations of the planer mill day shift employees and production goals
• Utilize established performance management system to develop direct reports in the best interest of West Fraser (costs, overtime, absenteeism, employee performance)
• Work with Superintendent to improve reliability and maximize equipment availability at the lowest cost to the mill through involvement and understanding of the business
• Provide employees with the tools and training to optimize safety and production
• Develop, implement, monitor, and report on systems for personnel development
• Effectively communicate goals to the team

Qualifications :

Preferred skills :

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include :

Invitation to Apply :

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser : www.westfraser.com

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please .

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, and a drug screen test.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer a competitive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401-k savings plans with company match, and vacation.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / V / D & Drug-Free Workplace