Job Description

Job Title: Site Manager – Lumber Manufacturing

Location: Michigan (Two Manufacturing Sites)

Reports To: Director of Operations / Regional Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, emotionally intelligent Site Manager to lead operations across two lumber manufacturing facilities located in Michigan . This role is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations, driving performance, and leading maintenance and reliability programs while fostering a culture of safety, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate brings both operational leadership and people-first management to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full operational oversight of two lumber manufacturing sites in Michigan , ensuring alignment of safety, production, maintenance, and quality goals.

• Lead maintenance and reliability efforts to ensure optimal performance and uptime of all plant equipment and infrastructure.

• Deliver on production targets, efficiency metrics, and customer commitments through effective planning and coordination.

• Foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring all OSHA and environmental standards are met or exceeded.

• Lead and implement change management initiatives , including new systems, processes, and cultural improvements.

• Monitor and manage key performance indicators; site budgets, cost control, and forecasting; demonstrate strong financial and operational acumen .

• Proactively engage with frontline employees and supervisors to build trust, support development, and maintain open communication across both sites.

• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams with a focus on employee empowerment, accountability, and performance.

• Stay calm under pressure , making effective decisions in fast paced environment.

• Champion continuous improvement using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent product quality and reliable delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial management, Engineering, Forestry, Business, or related field – or equivalent work experience.

• 5+ years of plant leadership experience , preferably in lumber, wood products, or other manufacturing environments.

• Proven success managing multiple sites or departments , including production, quality and maintenance operations.

• Strong understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance programs and reliability best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and cost controls in a manufacturing setting.

•Experience in building materials manufacturing

• Exceptional leadership presence with a focus on employee development.
• Experience in both continuous and batch processes
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and building resilient teams through change and growth.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in the lumber, sawmill, or building materials industry.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• CMSS Experience

• Working Conditions:
• Travel required between both Michigan-based manufacturing facilities (20 miles apart).
• Must be capable of spending 50% or more of the time on the manufacturing floor
• Must be able to work extended hours during critical production or maintenance periods.

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