Mill Operations Lead – Planer Mill & Sawmill

West Fraser; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

Wellness Pay Program

On-the-job training

Career development opportunities

Medical

Vision

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a Lead Production – Planer Mill & Sawmill to assist the Supervisor in daily operations, lead teams, ensure safety and quality, and support production goals across both facilities.

Therole emphasizes supervising staff, coordinating with departments, overseeing equipment, and maintaining quality and efficiency in a mill environment. Strong leadership and familiarity with planer mill machinery are required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (degree/certification a plus).
• Strong leadership and team management skills are essential.
• Excellent knowledge of planer mill machinery and operations.
• Proficient in quality control and production processes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead planer mill staff, schedule shifts, and assign tasks to maximize productivity.
• Oversee operation of planer mill machinery and coordinate with sawmill for smooth workflow.
• Inspect lumber quality and support quality control processes with QA team.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular safety meetings/trainings.
• Maintain production records, reports, and KPI data; identify process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Planer mill knowledge

Quality control

Problem solving

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Fraser is seeking a Lead Production – Planer Mill & Sawmill to assist the Supervisor in daily operations, lead teams, ensure safety and quality, and support production goals across both facilities.

Therole emphasizes supervising staff, coordinating with departments, overseeing equipment, and maintaining quality and efficiency in a mill environment. Strong leadership and familiarity with planer mill machinery are required.