THE OPPORTUNITY

We are recruiting for a Sawmill Operations Manager for one of our sawmills on the East Coast of Vancouver Island.

What You’ll Do: The Operations Manager is responsible for all financial and operational activities in pursuance of business goals. This includes delivering continuous improvement in all areas of worker safety, operational efficiency, product quality and the profitability of the Operation.

Who You Are: This is a great opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join the organization and have significant impact. We are looking for a self-motivated leader with a strong sense of initiative and ability to manage change and high performing teams. You have strong knowledge in wood products manufacturing and are effective at driving process improvement and cross functional team collaboration.

Work Environment: This role is to be performed in person at the sawmill with proper safety plans in place.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Environmental Performance

• Develop and maintain a workplace culture that is aligned with the Company’s vision and values in respect to worker safety.

Financial Performance

• Accountable for the finances of the operation and make changes and recommendations as required;
• Prepare the operation’s operating/maintenance/capital budgets; and
• Identify opportunities for capital and develop business cases for the expenditure. Once approved, oversee the purchase, installation, and start-up of the equipment.

Leadership

• Recruit, develop, and prepare key personnel to meet the requirements of a competitive and dynamic industry and retain employees through strong leadership and opportunities to learn and progress;
• Assist in the training of supervision and operations personnel in problem solving techniques and root cause analysis troubleshooting techniques;
• As the senior manager at the operation, actively participate in inter-divisional management meetings, site management meetings and union/management committees/meetings; and
• Maintain open lines of communication with other Manufacturing Managers, Sales Managers, and internal/external customers.

Operations

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive approach to continuous improvement in all aspects of the operation, with a focus on improving efficiencies and cost control;
• Responsible for all manufacturing and processing functions in the operation;
• Ensure compliance with all Company rules and regulatory requirements as they pertain to the operation, including but not limited to WorkSafe and Ministry of Environment;
• Support new product development with optimization, operations and sales staff;
• Consistently evaluate and maintain the overall product quality in the operation; and
• Stay current with Remanufacturing innovations and trends.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary degree in wood products, engineering or business administration;
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in the wood products manufacturing sector;
• Proven leadership ability; and
• Fully conversant with safety, remanufacturing production systems, environmental and other regulations/standards specific to the industry.

Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies

• Commitment to Western’s core values of personal safety, sustainable management and environmental stewardship;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Comprehensive knowledge of wood products manufacturing;
• Strong inventory, financial and production management skills;
• Strong business acumen, financial analysis and strategic planning skills;
• Ability to manage change within a unionized environment; and
• Well-developed communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and people management skills.

LIVE WORK PLAY

Vancouver Island is home to some of Canada’s best and most beautiful places to live, not to mention the climate is one of the warmest. The central island region experiences warm summers coupled with some of the mildest winters in all of Canada.

The outdoors is your playground, surrounded by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, rainforests and an ocean filled with wildlife. Imagine a place where you could literally go skiing and golf in the same day.

If you are considering moving to Vancouver Island, you will find one of the most unique and special places in all of Canada. The lifestyle here is rich in nature, outdoor activity, and wildlife. Within arm’s reach you will find rivers, lakes, and the Pacific Ocean no matter what quaint and welcoming area you choose to call home.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition. From our timberlands to mills to our corporate and regional offices, we offer rewarding opportunities in every facet of our business.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that manufactures high-quality wood products and sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

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