Lead Loading & Kiln Operations Supervisor

Columbia Forest Products; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Columbia Forest Products is seeking a Loading Operations Supervisor to oversee the Repairs, Kiln, and Loading areas on the production floor. You will lead by example, maintain a strong floor presence, and ensure efficient, safe operations with clear shift handoffs.

The role requires strong leadership, forklift/kiln process knowledge, and a commitment to safety, quality, and timely communication across departments. Overtime may be required to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing, logistics, or warehousing.
• Strong knowledge of forklift operations and kiln/heat-treat processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead by example with floor presence and accountability.
• Willingness to work overtime in a fast-paced environment.
• Forklift certification preferred and OSHA safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate employees in Repairs, Kiln, and Loading to meet production, safety, and quality standards.
• Be on the floor before shifts, present through end-of-day cleanup, and supervise break times.
• Ensure setups are complete for night/morning shifts, including hopper, kiln, wood, and trailer prep.
• Maintain organized work areas and enforce housekeeping standards.
• Coordinate with Dispatch and Forklift Operators to manage routes, inventory, and loading.
• Monitor kiln operations for compliance with standards and proper documentation.
• Supervise forklift operators to ensure safe loading/unloading and secure shipments.
• Enforce OSHA safety, PPE usage, and address unsafe conditions promptly.
• Serve as primary liaison between employees, dispatch, and operations management.

Skills

Leadership

Forklift operations

Kiln/heat treat processes

Safety and compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Columbia Forest Products is seeking a Loading Operations Supervisor to oversee the Repairs, Kiln, and Loading areas on the production floor. You will lead by example, maintain a strong floor presence, and ensure efficient, safe operations with clear shift handoffs.

The role requires strong leadership, forklift/kiln process knowledge, and a commitment to safety, quality, and timely communication across departments. Overtime may be required to meet production targets.