Production Lead
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Production Lead

Weyerhauser

Location: Natchitoches,LA, USA

Date: 2024-12-09T07:29:58Z

Job Description:
One position for an hourly Production Lead within the TJI A crew is now open at the Natchitoches EWP Mill. The Production Lead works with production team leadership to ensure excellence in achieving safety, quality and production goals. This individual is responsible for participating in classroom, on the job training & other developmental activities to learn the technical aspects of the manufacturing process, gain a comprehensive knowledge of each department, while developing leadership and teambuilding skills. This individual will lead the production team during a supervisor's absence and work on special projects & initiatives as assigned. The wage for this position is $27.22 per hour. KEY FUNCTIONS:
  • Role models all standards/processes and on-the-job behavior by living our core principles of integrity, fairness, & creating a positive, inclusive work environment.
  • Responsible for the safety and operation of the shift including manufacturing specifications, proper identification of reject material, and quality checks.
  • Provide coverage for production shift supervisor during vacations and other absences.
  • Maintain assignments of crew and assign duties as needed.
  • Ensure the safe and efficient execution of work by teams.
  • Ensure job and safety rules are understood and followed by all associates.
  • Role model safe work practices.
  • Actively be involved in assigning work and evaluating job performance.
  • Support, coach, and provide timely feedback and direction to associates.
  • Participate in and/or lead unit initiatives and other assignments as required.
  • Understand the process flow and provide solutions to issues.
  • Immediately address all safety and housekeeping issues.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance during changeovers, work orders, and downtime occurrences.
  • Participate in crew meetings by offering solutions to achieve metrics.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • At least five (5) years of manufacturing experience.
  • Resume must be uploaded to be considered for this position.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Excellent people skills.
  • Good planning, organizational skills, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong team building capabilities.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite and other Microsoft-based programs.
  • Good judgment and decision-making skills.
  • Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift which will include weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures and be ambulatory for the majority of an assigned 12-hour shift.
  • Must be QA competent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, particularly in Forestry, Business Administration, Finance, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • Two years' previous key leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in route manufacturing concepts such as housekeeping, ergonomics, and labor efficiency.
  • Experience in wood products manufacturing.
  • Experience with LEAN processes.
About Wood Products We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products. About Weyerhaeuser We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
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