Leadership Development Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Volunteer/diversity programs

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser is seeking recent college graduates for a full-time Leadership Development Professional (LDP) position at the Elkin OSB mill in Elkin, North Carolina. The role includes a 12-month development plan with hands-on learning, operational rotations, and completion of site projects under mentor guidance.

The program targets individuals with a bachelor's degree in Wood Science, Engineering or related fields, with relocation and US travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Wood Science, Engineering or related field, or on track to complete by June 2027.
• Willing to relocate to support next role assignments.
• Willing to travel within the US for rotations and assignments.
• Strong communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative team player with initiative and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Identify and implement improvement initiatives mill-wide.
• Perform mill-wide studies/trials and SOP development support.
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality and production issues.
• Train employees on structured problem solving.
• Maintain calibration of process equipment to meet standards.

Skills

Relocation willingness

Travel within US

Effective communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Statistical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Wood Science or Engineering

On track to Bachelor's by June 2027

Job description

DescriptionWeyerhaeuser 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 environmentSystematically identify and implement improvement initiativesPerform mill-wide studies/trialsProvide support in the development of standard operating proceduresTroubleshoot and resolve quality and production issuesTrain employees on a structured approach to problem solvingMaintain calibration of process equipment to assure standards are metQualificationsBachelor'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 audiencesYou 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 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-NC-ElkinSchedule Full-timeJob Level Individual ContributorJob Type ExperiencedShift Day (1st)Relocation Assistance Not Available