Leadership Development Professional

Weyerhaeuser; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increase program

Annual Incentive Program with bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking recent college graduates for a full-time entry level Leadership Development Professional (LDP) opportunity at the Elkin OSB mill in North Carolina. You will participate in a detailed 12-month development plan with hands-on learning, operational rotations, and mentoring to build leadership and manufacturing knowledge.

The successful candidate will transition to a subsequent role aligned with business needs after completing the program, with emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Wood Science, Engineering or related field or on track to graduate by June 2027.
• Eager to learn about wood product production processes regardless of experience.
• Willing to relocate as next role may be at another facility.
• Ability to deliver workable, value-added solutions to real manufacturing problems.
• Strong communication to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative team player with initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel within the US; knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Working safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Systematically identify and implement improvement initiatives.
• Perform mill-wide studies/trials.
• Provide support in the development of standard operating procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality and production issues.
• Train employees on a structured approach to problem solving.
• Maintain calibration of process equipment to assure standards are met.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Strong communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Initiative

Willingness to relocate

Education

Bachelor's degree in Wood Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

LEAN knowledge

Six Sigma (preferred)

Job description

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking recent college graduates for a full-time entry level Leadership Development Professional (LDP) opportunity to join our Elkin Oriented Strand Board Mill (OSB) located in Elkin, North Carolina.

Elkin OSB is located in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, in Surry and Wilkes Counties in northwestern North Carolina. It is situated central to University of North Carolina, Appalachian State, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech and NC State Universities. The mill is located 1 hour west of Winston-Salem, 1 hour east of Boone, 90 minutes north of Charlotte, and 30 minutes south of the Virginia/North Carolina state line. Elkin is a historical town with artisanal traditions, hiking, and wine tasting.

In this role, you will work under close guidance with assigned mentors. You will be accountable for growing and strengthening your leadership skills, general business understanding of manufacturing processes, operations of a Wood Products mill, and other major function areas. This role includes a detailed 12-month development plan with hands‑on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of site project(s).

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 Activities

• Working safely in a manufacturing environment
• Systematically identify and implement improvement initiatives
• Perform mill‑wide studies/trials
• Provide support in the development of standard operating procedures
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality and production issues
• Train employees on a structured approach to problem solving
• Maintain calibration of process equipment to assure standards are met

Job

Administrative, General Management, Legal, Real Estate, & Miscellaneous

Primary Location

USA-NC-Elkin

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

Day (1st)

Relocation Assistance

Not Available

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Wood Science, Engineering or related field OR on track to receive a Bachelor's degree (or higher) by June 2027.
• We are looking for someone who is eager to learn about and master wood products production processes regardless of years of experience.
• You are willing to relocate - next role assignment may be in another facility.
• Ability to deliver workable, value‑added solutions to solve real manufacturing problems.
• You’re able to communicate issues and results to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• You are a collaborative team player.
• You have a high level of initiative and the ability to excel with minimum supervision.
• You can easily adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, and change.
• You have a working knowledge of quality control, statistics, and optimization concepts.
• You are able to develop partnerships and collaborate as a team.
• You are able and willing to travel within the US.
• Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (Preferred)

What We Offer

Compensation

This role is eligible for our annual merit‑increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $58,800‑$88,200 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. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. 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 Products

We’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 Weyerhaeuser

We 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.