Kiln & Yard Operations Lead – White Pine Lumber

LaValley Building Supply LLC; Middleton (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LaValley Building Supply LLC in New England seeks an experienced Kiln Manager to oversee dry-kiln operations and air-yard management for New England White Pine. This is a full-time on-site role focused on production efficiency and lumber quality.

The ideal candidate has hands-on kiln drying and green-yard experience, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to coordinate with sales on priorities to meet delivery needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in lumber kiln drying (New England / Eastern White Pine preferred).
• Hands-on knowledge of green-yard operations and kiln loading.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with sales on production priorities.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the air yard (green lumber storage, stacking, inventory, and protection).
• Plan and supervise kiln loading, drying schedules, and unloading.
• Work closely with the sales team to prioritize kiln loads based on customer orders and delivery needs.
• Control moisture content and minimize degrade on White Pine.
• Supervise kiln and yard crew; maintain safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate maintenance and track production performance.

Skills

Kiln drying experience

Green-yard operations

Supervisory experience

Production coordination with sales

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

White Pine experience

Job description

LaValley Building Supply LLC in New England seeks an experienced Kiln Manager to oversee dry-kiln operations and air-yard management for New England White Pine. This is a full-time on-site role focused on production efficiency and lumber quality.

The ideal candidate has hands-on kiln drying and green-yard experience, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to coordinate with sales on priorities to meet delivery needs.