Manufacturing Ops Leader: Safety, Quality & Growth

Hood Distribution; Bogalusa (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Employee assistance program

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Cancer coverage

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Hood Industries, Inc. in Bogalusa, LA seeks a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead a production team in a fast-paced lumber mill, prioritizing safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating with maintenance and mill leadership to optimize workflows. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, and strong communication and leadership skills.

Lumber sawmill experience is preferred. Proficiency in Excel/Outlook is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary education preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
• Lumber manufacturing or sawmill experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to motivate others.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by leading by example and ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations.
• Supervise daily production activities to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and maximize product quality and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with mill leadership and maintenance to optimize workflow, minimize downtime, and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.
• Develop production schedules and coordinate movement of materials in and out of work area.
• Supervise, train, and develop team members by providing coaching, performance feedback, and clear expectations.
• Foster a culture of open and respectful communication.
• Prepare required operating reports (e.g. work hours, production levels, quality testing, etc.).
• Ensure equipment and work areas are maintained in safe, reliable working condition.
• Coordinate with maintenance to support preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment improvements.
• Maintain accurate production, attendance, and operational documentation.
• Assist in interviewing and selecting new team members.
• May have additional responsibilities related to the operations of the plant, as assigned.

Job description

Hood Industries, Inc. in Bogalusa, LA seeks a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead a production team in a fast-paced lumber mill, prioritizing safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating with maintenance and mill leadership to optimize workflows. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, and strong communication and leadership skills.

Lumber sawmill experience is preferred. Proficiency in Excel/Outlook is expected.