Leadership Development Professional

Weyerhaeuser; Bruce (MS); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increase

Annual incentive program

401k with company match

Paid vacation (3 weeks)

11 holidays per year

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser's Bruce Mill in Mississippi is launching an entry‑level Leadership Development Professional program designed to grow future frontline leaders through a structured 12‑month rotation across mill operations and related functions.

Participants complete hands‑on projects, gain exposure to safety, reliability, and process improvement, and prepare for future assignments across Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales, and Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline OR on track to receive a bachelor’s degree by Spring or Summer of 2027
• Willingness to adapt to strong safety culture and ensure safe and efficient execution of work
• Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
• Strong desire to learn manufacturing processes, develop leadership capabilities and possess desire to progress within the organization
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other Windows-based programs
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Experience/knowledge of project management
• Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to changes
• Excellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to relocate for future opportunities and/or cross-business development

Responsibilities

• Develop safety leadership skills
• Complete a structured 12-month rotation through all operational areas of the mill
• Projects and assignments to promote active learning and contribute to mill’s successful performance
• Exposure to metrics, reliability, and process improvement projects
• Broad exposure to Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales, and Finance
• Develop Front Line Leader skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline OR on track to receive a bachelor’s degree by Spring/Summer 2027

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DescriptionThe Leadership Development Professional role is an entry level leadership developmental position. Working under close guidance with assigned mentors, you will be accountable for growing and strengthening your leadership skills and general business understanding of the manufacturing processes and operations of a Wood Products mill, and other major function areas, through a detailed 12-month development plan including hands-on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of process improvement projects.This is a full-time, non-exempt position and will report to the Mill Manager. Relocation benefits are available for this and subsequent positions.This role is a part of the Wood Products business, working in the Southern Lumber Region at the Bruce Lumber Mill located in Bruce, Ms. Bruce is located 40 minutes south of Oxford, which is home of the University of Mississippi. Whether you enjoy attending college football games at the Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, visiting museums, or hiking through wildlife parks, Oxford offers various options in leisure and entertainment. Bruce is also just 1.5 hours south of Memphis, TN, which houses attractions like Graceland, the Memphis Zoo and Botanical Garden, and a wide variety of museums. We have a reputation for manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.The successful individual will be assigned to the next role once development is successfully completed and a suitable assignment is identified that meets business needs.Key Functions:Develop safety leadership skillsComplete a structured 12-month rotation through all operational areas of the millProjects and assignments to promote active learning and contribute to mill’s successful performanceExposure to metrics, reliability, and process improvement projectsBroad exposure to Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales, and FinanceDevelop Front Line Leader skillsQualificationsBachelor's degree (or higher) in Business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline OR on track to receive a bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline by the Spring or Summer of 2027Willingness to adapt to strong safety culture and ensure safe and efficient execution of workAbility to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results-oriented environmentStrong desire to learn manufacturing processes, develop leadership capabilities and possess desire to progress within the organizationDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other Windows-based programsExcellent communication and presentation skillsStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skillsExperience/knowledge of project managementCapability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to changesExcellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skillsWillingness to relocate for future opportunities and/or cross-business developmentWhat We Offer:Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $58,830-$88,245 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.About Wood ProductsWe've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 125 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.About WeyerhaeuserWe sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.Job Administrative, General Management, Legal, Real Estate, & MiscellaneousPrimary LocationUSA-MS-BruceSchedule Full-timeJob Level Entry LevelJob Type ExperiencedShift Day (1st)Travel Yes, 5 % of the TimeRelocation Assistance Available