Production Supervisor - Island City Particleboard Plant

Full Time
La Grande, OR 97850
Posted
Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Woodgrain Millwork is proud to be a family owned and operated manufacturer with over 65 years of product innovation, quality service, and business growth. Woodgrain Millwork’s diverse product offering includes wood molding, prefinished molding, wood door shop parts and products, and wood window parts, as well as many branded products. Woodgrain is a worldwide manufacturer and is proud to be one of the largest millwork operations today.

PURPOSE

A supervisor is responsible for safely coordinating their crew to achieve the production and finishing needs of the Particleboard Plant. Supervises the operation of the two production lines and the sanding department to ensure quality product. Reports directly to the Production Superintendent and interacts with the Safety Coordinator, Finishing Superintendent, Maintenance Department, Technical Director, Purchasing Agent, and hourly reports to provide for an efficient and safe plant operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct supervision of their assigned hourly crew to ensure safe manufacturing of the maximum amount of particleboard safely at a consistent high quality standard, with a minimum of costs, and with increased productivity per worker hour. Oversees general operation of the production and finishing processes with a major focus on compliance with respect to employee safety (lockout procedures, confined space SOP’s, etc.) and environmental rules. Attend training sessions to improve leadership abilities and promote positive culture.

  • Ensure employee safety
  • Ensure environmental compliance
  • Ensure cleanup standards are achieved
  • Monitor quality and ensure checks are completed
  • Maximize efficiency of the production/finishing process
  • Develop work assignments
  • Review work performed
  • Approve vacations/leaves
  • Track employee time
  • Conducts coaching/training
  • Take direct disciplinary action when necessary
  • Recommend disciplinary action when necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

A college degree in Wood Science is desired. Experience in wood products manufacturing with supervisor/leadership capabilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical mill environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is moderate to high depending on the area of the mill. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, use tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Requires close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Minimal travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Work Location: In person

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