Sawmill Operations Leader: Drive Safety & Productivity

Interfor; Preston (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Incentive Bonus

3 Weeks Vacation to Start

401(k) Matching

Employee Share Purchase Program...

Job summary

Interfor in Preston, GA, is seeking a Sawmill Supervisor to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced mill environment. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost improvements while ensuring reliable log and lumber flows.

This hands-on leadership role requires a minimum high school diploma, 3+ years in sawmill operations, and 1–2 years in supervision. You will mentor staff, uphold policies, and collaborate across maintenance and production to meet targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in sawmill operations.
• 1–2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Champion a safe work environment and ensure policies are followed.
• Productivity Improvement: Identify opportunities to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee processes to maintain high quality standards.
• Team Engagement: Motivate and support production and maintenance staff to hit targets.
• Communication: Foster open, respectful communication across the team.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Interfor in Preston, GA, is seeking a Sawmill Supervisor to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced mill environment. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost improvements while ensuring reliable log and lumber flows.

This hands-on leadership role requires a minimum high school diploma, 3+ years in sawmill operations, and 1–2 years in supervision. You will mentor staff, uphold policies, and collaborate across maintenance and production to meet targets.