Sawmill Quality Control Supervisor — Lead, Optimize & Grow

ForestSource; Alexander City (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Rivers Lumber is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead QC efforts at our Southern Yellow Pine sawmill sites. You will drive production quality, safety, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations in the Southern US.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of sawmill processes, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to optimize performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in the forest/sawmill industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of sawmill equipment, processes, and industry best practices acquired through hands-on experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, including integrity, resilience, and a passion for driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in our quality control efforts, operational performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee all aspects of the quality control program, including production planning, resource management, lumber inspections, optimizer set up and maintenance, record keeping, employee management and safety protocols.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to increase productivity, reduce costs, and maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate fabrication, construction, machinery, and plant design solutions into forest industry operations, optimizing efficiency and performance.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and employee development, empowering team members to achieve their full potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, regulatory agencies, and local communities.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices, implementing new technologies and practices to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sawmill knowledge

Forest industry experience

Job description

Two Rivers Lumber is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead QC efforts at our Southern Yellow Pine sawmill sites. You will drive production quality, safety, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations in the Southern US.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of sawmill processes, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to optimize performance and profitability.