Plywood Plant Shift Leader

Boise Cascade Company; Chapman (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boise Cascade Company is seeking a Production Admin in Alabama to coordinate daily production activities, prepare work orders and report on production flow. The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing or wood products and a college degree or equivalent, with leadership experience preferred.

Flexibility for swing/graveyard shifts and strong PC skills are expected. We offer Total Rewards including a 401(k) with company contribution, PTO and holidays, disability coverage and life insurance as part

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in industrial/mechanical engineering, forestry or wood manufacturing.
• 3–5 years manufacturing or wood products experience; lead/supervisor preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; capable to facilitate change.
• Flexible schedule including swing and graveyard shifts; production environment.
• PC skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the daily activities of production employees.
• Prepares work orders and recommends ideas for equipment modification.
• Provides reports on a daily/weekly basis to summarize production flow results.
• Communicates with plant personnel to aid process improvement on production/quality/safety issues.
• Aids in educating machine operators on throughput and quality.
• Trains hourly employees in housekeeping, job safety and accident investigations.
• Facilitates and coordinates accident investigations.
• Develops good employee relations and handles complaints.
• Provides activity reports to management on safety, production, maintenance and quality.
• Identifies and responds to needs of customers and adapts to change.
• Maintains environmental awareness and promotes safety practices.
• Reviews work performed and appraises performance.
• Understands payroll, inventory and shipping processes along with scheduling and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Planning and Organizing

Coaching

Education

Degree or equivalent in manufacturing/engineering

Job description

Boise Cascade Company is seeking a Production Admin in Alabama to coordinate daily production activities, prepare work orders and report on production flow. The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing or wood products and a college degree or equivalent, with leadership experience preferred.

Flexibility for swing/graveyard shifts and strong PC skills are expected. We offer Total Rewards including a 401(k) with company contribution, PTO and holidays, disability coverage and life insurance as part