Sawmill Supervisor

Posting ID: 27056

Position Type: Regular

City: Moultrie, GA, United States

Location: Moultrie Plant

You are a natural leader with the proven ability to adapt and remain flexible in various situations. Your strength lies in building resilient teams and fostering seamless communication channels that drive success. Proactive and driven, you don't merely wait for opportunities – you actively seek them out. Whether it involves spearheading new projects or introducing innovative strategies, you consistently position yourself at the forefront of progress. Your proficiency in guiding business teams is indisputable, and your unwavering commitment to refining processes highlights your dedication to excellence.

As the Sawmill Supervisor, you will play a critical role in driving operational success. Reporting to the Sawmill Superintendent, you will lead a dedicated team to achieve and surpass key performance indicator (KPI) targets in safety, quality, cost control, delivery, and employee engagement. Your leadership will foster a culture of excellence, contributing significantly to the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations.

The life of the Sawmill Supervisor includes:

Maintain the highest safety standards, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, practices, and OSHA regulations.

Address unsafe conditions promptly and proactively.

Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs while safely meeting production targets.

Coach, train, and support team members to maximize performance.

Foster open communication and engage employees for input into work processes and systems.

Ensure timely implementation of key corporate and operational initiatives, and assist in equipment troubleshooting.

Maintain and monitor production goals

Work with other departments to achieve operational goals

For this role, come equipped with:

Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience in an industrial environment

Working knowledge of web-based computer applications and Microsoft Office

Grade 12 or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Ideally, you also have prior maintenance experience as well as 2+ years of experience in a sawmill setting.

If you possess excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with safe work habits and a working knowledge of OSHA regulations, click that “apply” button today!

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align to still apply.

At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.

Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, well-being, and growth. We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, and industry-leading benefits for employees and their families.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

Moultrie, GA

Moultrie, GA, is the largest city of Colquitt County and, with its sought-after warm charm and friendly people, has become known as the “City of Southern Living.” Moultrie offers an exceptional quality of life, year-round outdoor activities and was recently rated as one of Georgia’s most affordable places to live. For more information, visit

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