The primary role of this position is to identify, develop, and implement opportunities for improvement in processes, products, and production within the sawmill. Responsibilities include the development of new standards and the refinement of existing standards, structures, systems, and equipment to ensure process efficiency and effectiveness. The incumbent is responsible for driving continuous improvement through the application of methodologies, lean improvement principles, and technical and engineering tools, working in close coordination with the Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager and Production Manager.
What We Offer:
Salary: $85,000 - $115,000
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus
401k with 5% Company Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Reimbursement Accounts
Relocation Reimbursement
Annual Uniform Credit
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
Employee Discount Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Dependent Scholarship Programs
In-house professional certifications and training courses
Bachelor''s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline preferred
3-5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of wood products manufacturing processes and heavy mill machinery.
Previous experience in wood product manufacturing is desired.
Demonstrated knowledge of business systems and complex technical and engineering processes.
Proven ability to train, coach, and develop employees.
Strong presentation, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Detail-oriented, results-driven, and capable of working effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
Lean Yellow or Black Belt preferred
Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives within the mill.
Develop, implement, and adjust operational standards, systems, and equipment.
Ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all improvement efforts.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
Support and oversee 5S initiatives, failure analysis, results management, and safety activities.
Coordinate and manage CAPEX projects, including data compilation and analysis.
Assist location management with annual action planning and administration of policies, procedures, and processes.
Coach and train employees on improvement methodologies and operational excellence tools.
Act as a change agent, motivating and influencing employees at all organizational levels.
Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives within the mill.
Develop, implement, and adjust operational standards, systems, and equipment.
Ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all improvement efforts.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
Support and oversee 5S initiatives, failure analysis, results management, and safety activities.
Coordinate and manage CAPEX projects, including data compilation and analysis.
Assist location management with annual action planning and administration of policies, procedures, and processes.
Coach and train employees on improvement methodologies and operational excellence tools.
Act as a change agent, motivating and influencing employees at all organizational levels.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Ashland, ME
Salary
$85,000–$115,000 Per Year
Skills
Business Solutionsunmatched
Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)unmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Disability Insuranceunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Employee Assistance Planunmatched
Failure Analysisunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Industrial Engineeringunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Lean Manufacturingunmatched
Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Operational Improvementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Process Engineeringunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Production Managementunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Scholarshipunmatched
Six Sigma Black Beltunmatched
Staff Motivationunmatched
Staff Trainingunmatched
Standards Developmentunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Tuition Reimbursementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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