TJI Production Lead

• High school diploma/GED

• At least five (5) years of manufacturing experience.

• 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.

• Must be able to pass the appropriate spec and competency tests with 100% score.

• Must be able to pass the Production Lead certification checklist.

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed which may include weekends and holidays as operating conditions require.

• A current resume or detailed education and work history must be uploaded to be considered for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university particularly in Forestry Business Administration Finance Electrical Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

• Previous experience working in TJI Department a preference.

• Two years of 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.

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About Weyerhaeuser
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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.

One position for an hourly Production Lead on TJI A 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 supervisors absence and work on special projects & initiatives as assigned. This role reports to the Microllam Supervisor.

The wage for this role is $28.48 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 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.