Mill Production & Logistics Lead

Elk Mountain Lumber; Union Point (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Mountain Lumber in Union Point, Georgia, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily mill operations. This role ensures optimized production while adhering to high safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include managing work orders, coordinating with machine centers, ensuring quality checks, and employee performance oversight.

Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in manufacturing and strong skills in conflict resolution. OSHA certifications are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in a mill or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Strong ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Proven conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to optimize mill output.
• Inspect and tag incoming lumber for quality.
• Communicate production schedules to machine centers.
• Monitor employee performance and workplace safety.

Skills

Management and training abilities

Manufacturing workflows understanding

Data entry and inventory software knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in industrial management or related field

OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour certification

Tools

DMSI

Paycom

Job description

Elk Mountain Lumber in Union Point, Georgia, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily mill operations. This role ensures optimized production while adhering to high safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include managing work orders, coordinating with machine centers, ensuring quality checks, and employee performance oversight.

Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in manufacturing and strong skills in conflict resolution. OSHA certifications are highly desirable.