Sawmill Supervisor

ForestSource; Wentworth (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO / 401K / Health & Dental

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Job summary

ForestSource in Wentworth, NH is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead sawmill operations, plan production schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across the plant.

You will coach teams, monitor yields, and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime while reporting key production metrics to leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in sawmill, lumber, or industrial production.
• Strong knowledge of sawmill operations and equipment.
• Safety-focused with regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and scheduling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead sawmill operations to meet safety, quality, and production targets.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules.
• Monitor yields, enforce quality standards, and conduct grade checks.
• Foster employee development through training and cross-training.
• Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Report on production metrics and performance.

Skills

Sawmill operations

Industrial production

Safety & compliance

Leadership

Scheduling & planning

Communication

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Position Description

• Lead sawmill operations to achieve safety, quality, and production targets.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules
• Monitor yields, enforce quality standards, and conduct grade checks.
• Foster employee development through training, coaching, and cross-training.
• Collaborate with maintenance and other departments to minimize downtime.
• Report on production metrics and operational performance.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in sawmill, lumber, or industrial production environments.
• Strong knowledge of sawmill operations, processes, and equipment.
• Solid background in workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Organizational and scheduling skills with adaptability to changing needs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and production reporting.

Salary & Benefits

$65,000 - $85,000

• PTO / 401K Contribution / Health & Dental / + More