MILLWORK OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Role Summary: 

 

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day production at a Millwork Plant, as well as overseeing all shipping and receiving functions. Coaches, motivates and supports the production crew and the Millwork dock team, applying a team approach and maintaining open communication with the staff.

 

Scope of the Position: 

 

This position is responsible for the production and dock team at the Huntsville, AL Millwork Plant. Direct reports include approximately 15 – 25 production and dock employees. 

 

Responsibilities: 

 

Responsibilities expected of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: 

 

• Coach the production team to produce and prioritize jobs and, when necessary, reorganize to meet deadlines and updates 

• Ensure that all produced products are loaded and shipped onto enclosed trailers in a safe and timely manner 

• Oversee all inbound receiving functions for the location 

• Comply with all OSHA safety requirements 

• Communicate effectively with the management staff, the production team and the dock team, informing and updating them regularly to ensure that production objectives are met 

• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed 

• Organize workflow according to workload to ensure the completion of the production and shipping schedule 

• Oversee all staff scheduling, time off requests 

• Monitor quality and accuracy of all orders 

• Ensure the completion of all duties with minimum waste and abuse of equipment 

• Ensure employee safety training is conducted as required 

• Provide a positive, motivating example for employees 

• Conduct training or authorize training of production and dock employees 

• Conduct formal performance reviews per the company’s policy. Initiate disciplinary action according to company policy. 

• Take all necessary action to manage production cost and improve profit 

• Inform Manager of equipment, production, shipping, and receiving concerns 

• Monitor ongoing operational issues and provide clear communications and resolutions 

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment 

• Follow Wilson Lumber’s core values 

 

Position Qualifications: 

• Strong commitment to creating a work environment where employees want to do their best 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Strong analytical skills 

• Self-Starter requiring little to no direction 

• Strong interpersonal skills 

• Moderate computer skills 

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Ability to think strategically 

• Proven track record of meeting business objectives 

• Must have a proven track record in effectively managing operational strategy, safety programs, and customer satisfaction 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of industry experience 

• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in operations leadership roles 

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time 

• Lift at least 50 pounds 

• Able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment 

 

You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by management.