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Weyerhaeuser

Plant Manager

Weyerhaeuser, Holden, Louisiana, United States, 70744


Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Mill Manager to support our lumber manufacturing facility in Holden, LA. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position reporting to the Lumber Manufacturing Director of the Gulf South Manufacturing region.Holden, LA where we have just completed a nearly $200 million project to make our site one of the most state-of-the-art facilities in the country. This project involved upgrading a 43-year-old stud mill and all peripheral systems to a random length facility full of the most modern equipment and technology available. This mill has been re-designed to allow for a world-class reliability posture and high-quality, high-volume dimension lumber output.This role is a part of the Wood Products business, working in the Gulf South Region at the Holden Lumber Mill located in Holden, LA. The Holden Mill produces dimensional lumber in various lengths used in residential construction.Additional Responsibilities include:Act as a role model for our core values: Safety, Integrity, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Inclusion.Ensure injury free culture is created by committed leaders and involved associates, backed by strong safety systems.Develop a people-focused work environment, recognizing that our people are the unique advantage we have in successfully achieving site and business goals.Engage associates in safely manufacturing lumber that meets customer needs and driving improvement in key business metrics.Coach and lead in the overall manufacturing process.Ultimately own reliability, financial, procurement, productivity, environmental and other site stewardship responsibilities.Ensure that business and individual goal setting processes such as capital plans, expense budgets, safety strategic plans and performance management plans are developed and executed with excellence.Minimum Requirements:At least 10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with proven record of positive accomplishments in safety, quality, productivity, cost and people development.High School Diploma/GED (or higher).Outstanding teaming and interpersonal skills that effectively engage teams to meet business goals, actively support individual and team growth/development, and ensure successful teaming/networking within the region, the Wood Products business and the company.Strong business and financial acumen.Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates and leaders through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mindset.Proven record to effectively engage associates in behavior-based safety techniques.Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills.Strong planning and organizational skills.Able to work flexible hours as needed in a mill environment.Desired Skills and Experience:Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in business, technical (engineering or other) or forestry/wood products discipline.Manufacturing experience in Wood Products.Working knowledge of Lean, Innovation and continuous improvement tools and processes.What We Offer:Compensation:

This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $139,200 to $208,000 based on your level of skills, qualifications, and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 25% of base pay. Relocation package is offered for this role.Benefits:

When you join our team, you and your family will be covered by our comprehensive health benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.Retirement:

Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.Paid Time Off or Vacation:

We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with paid vacation for up to 3 weeks to use during your first year of employment.About Wood Products:

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years.About Weyerhaeuser:

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place.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.

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