Assistant Mill Manager

J.D. Irving, Limited; Sussex; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Mill Manager at their advanced sawmill in Sussex, NB. This role is pivotal for leadership development, offering hands-on experience with operational leadership and a clear path for career progression. Candidates with a passion for driving performance and a commitment to continuous improvement are encouraged to apply. The position also provides competitive compensation and full benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and production bonus

Full benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, and ST/LT Disability Insurance

RRSP matching (5%)

Career development & tuition reimbursement

In-house leadership development and technical training

Relocation assistance (if required)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of managerial/supervisory experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to manage change and inspire teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a production team of 115 employees.
• Support the Site General Manager in improving safety and production.
• Oversee process improvement projects with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma/trade certification

Job description

Are you ready to take the next big step in your leadership journey? J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a driven and ambitious individual to join our high-performing team asAssistant Mill Managerat our state-of-the-art sawmill, in Sussex, NB. This is more than a job—it's a launchpad for your career in operational leadership.

Join a company that invests in its people and provides the tools, training, and opportunities to help you succeed—today and in the future.

Why This Role is a Game-Changer for Your Career:

• Leadership Development: Work directly with the Site General Manager and gain hands-on experience managing a 24/7 operation with over 115 employees.
• Strategic Impact: Play a key role in one of New Brunswick’s most technologically advanced sawmill operations, producing 160 million board feet and 235,000 oven-dried metric tonnes of chips annually.
• Career Progression: This role is designed for future leaders. We’re looking for someone who wants to grow into senior leadership roles within our organization.
• Relocation Support: We welcome local talent and those open to relocating. Support is available to help you make the move.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• A passion for leading people and driving performance.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to manage change and inspire high-performing teams.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and coaching skills to foster a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Post-secondary degree/diploma/trade certification, preferably in industrial technology or engineering, forestry, business administration, or management
• Ideal candidates will possess 4+ years of managerial/supervisory experience within an industrial or production environment is preferred.
• Proven commitment to top performance while maintaining safety, quality, lumber recovery, and production targets
• Strong communication skills, both spoken and written
• Project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

What You Will Receive:

• Competitive base salary and production bonus
• Full benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, and ST/LT Disability Insurance
• RRSP matching (5%)
• Career development & tuition reimbursement
• Leading in-house leadership development and technical training
• Relocation assistance (if required)

Responsibilities

What You Will Deliver:

• Leadership, support, development, and direction to a production team of up to 115 employees including supervisors and unionized workers.
• Support the Site General Manager in leading with a business approach to continually improving safety, quality, and production.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Identifying, and overseeing process improvement projects across various areas of the sawmill using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Leading and decision making to achieve operational KPIs
• Promoting continuous improvement through various forms of communications with a broad group of stakeholders, including internal and external departments.
• Build and develop diverse teams and an inclusive culture.