Forest Productivity & Optimization Lead (Hybrid)

Rayonier Operating Company LLC; Yulee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

Rayonier Operating Company LLC seeks a Manager of Forest Productivity & Optimization to drive efficiency, productivity, and long-term sustainability across forestry operations. Lead data-driven projects, translate research into field strategies, and mentor teams toward best practices.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years in forestry operations (or a Master's with three years) and strong GIS, statistics, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Forest Management, or related field required; MS preferred.
• Experience: 5 years in forestry ops; 3 years if Master’s; knowledge of forestry sub-disciplines desired.
• Strong GIS and data analysis skills; proficient in MS Office and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and resource allocation.
• Structure and manage continuous improvement projects; scale cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Design field trials to evaluate new technologies and silvicultural practices.
• Collaborate with universities and research cooperatives to maximize benefits.
• Collect and analyze forestry data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Oversee project budgets, cost controls, and quarterly variance reporting.
• Advise silviculture managers to translate research into daily practice.
• Promote safety culture and sustainability in all initiatives.

Skills

GIS proficiency

R statistics

MS Office

Project management

Data analysis

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's in Forestry or related field

Master of Science in Forestry preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

Job description

Rayonier Operating Company LLC seeks a Manager of Forest Productivity & Optimization to drive efficiency, productivity, and long-term sustainability across forestry operations. Lead data-driven projects, translate research into field strategies, and mentor teams toward best practices.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years in forestry operations (or a Master's with three years) and strong GIS, statistics, and project-management skills.