Hardwood Log Yard Operations Manager

The Budd Group; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

The Baillie Group is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day hardwood procurement activities and log yard operations from Central Pennsylvania. You will coordinate with procurement, sales, transportation, and mill teams to ensure logs are processed, sorted, and shipped efficiently to maximize value while supporting production goals.

Ideal candidates have forestry/logging or lumber manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and a track record of safety and continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience in forestry, logging, lumber, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Experience managing equipment, inventory, and operational processes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational software systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of hardwood logs, log grading, forestry, or lumber manufacturing.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily log yard operations to ensure safe and efficient workflow.
• Supervise, train, and develop log yard employees and equipment operators.
• Monitor log inventory levels, species mix, and yard organization.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound log transportation activities.
• Ensure equipment and facility maintenance schedules are followed.
• Monitor productivity and implement process improvements to maximize efficiency.
• Enforce company safety policies and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment, yard conditions, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with log procurement and mill management teams to support production goals.
• Track operational metrics and prepare reports as needed.
• Assist with budgeting, cost control initiatives, and operational planning.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Equipment management

Inventory control

Task prioritization

MS Office & software

Communication

Forestry & lumber knowledge

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Baillie Group is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day hardwood procurement activities and log yard operations from Central Pennsylvania. You will coordinate with procurement, sales, transportation, and mill teams to ensure logs are processed, sorted, and shipped efficiently to maximize value while supporting production goals.

Ideal candidates have forestry/logging or lumber manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and a track record of safety and continuous improvement in a