Lead Process Technician - Extrusion Operations

UFP Industries, Inc; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. seeks a Process Technician Supervisor to lead a team on extrusion lines. This role emphasizes productivity, quality, and troubleshooting to keep lines running smoothly.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to train staff, follow SOPs, and drive continuous improvement in Selma, Alabama. Hands-on leader with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3 years of supervisor or lead operator experience.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Experience using tape measure and calipers.
• Ability to use hand tools and maintain molders and brush machines.
• Stand on concrete up to 3 hours; lift up to 100 pounds.
• Follow written and oral instructions and communicate clearly.
• Willing to work shifts and pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technicians across multiple extrusion lines.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate technicians; ensure SOPs and safety compliance.
• Assist extruder operators and adjust parameters when profiles are out of spec.
• Collaborate with planning, maintenance, and quality to meet output goals.
• Maintain training manuals, records, and other duties as required.
• Ensure all documents are filled and updated by technicians.
• Participate in CI initiatives and propose process improvements.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Mathematical ability

Tool handling

Safety consciousness

Team communication

English literacy

Shift flexibility

Drug test readiness

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Hand tools

Mold maintenance

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. seeks a Process Technician Supervisor to lead a team on extrusion lines. This role emphasizes productivity, quality, and troubleshooting to keep lines running smoothly.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to train staff, follow SOPs, and drive continuous improvement in Selma, Alabama. Hands-on leader with a focus on safety and efficiency.