Sawmill Plant Manager: Lead Safety, Efficiency & Growth

UFP Site Built, LLC; Berlin (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Site Built in Berlin, NJ is seeking a Plant Manager to guide sawmill operations, safety, quality, and profitability. You will oversee production, maintenance, inventory, and workforce performance while driving continuous improvement.

The role reports to the Regional Director of Operations and requires building a strong management team, coordinating schedules, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance with HR and OSHA policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of work experience as a production manager or equivalent is required.
• Preferred experience and knowledge of UFP’s organization, culture, and product lines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Forklift operator certification is required.
• Working knowledge of shipping truck capacities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the production management team, evaluate performance, and initiate corrective action as required.
• Develop and approve the master production and shipping schedules and coordinate activities between shifts.
• Ensure plant assets are properly managed and safeguarded.
• Monitor production output, yard and inventory to optimize resource use and costs.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and OSHA regulations; participate in safety activities.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Production planning

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Forklift certification

Job description

UFP Site Built in Berlin, NJ is seeking a Plant Manager to guide sawmill operations, safety, quality, and profitability. You will oversee production, maintenance, inventory, and workforce performance while driving continuous improvement.

The role reports to the Regional Director of Operations and requires building a strong management team, coordinating schedules, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance with HR and OSHA policies.