Rough Mill Manager

Job Title: Rough Mill Manager

Location: Powhatan, VA

Job Type: Full-time

Company: Moslow Wood Products

About Us:

Moslow Wood Products is a leading mid-size wood manufacturing company dedicated to producing high-quality wood products for the awards and hospitality industry. We take pride in our craftsmanship and commitment to delivering exceptional products to our clients. We are seeking an experienced Rough Mill Manager to oversee our rough mill operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety in our production process.

Job Summary:

The Rough Mill Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the rough mill operations, including overseeing production processes, supervising staff, ensuring quality control, and optimizing workflow for maximum efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background in wood manufacturing, experience with mill machinery, and management experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations of the rough mill, ensuring production goals are met.

Manage and lead a team of mill workers, providing training, support, and performance evaluations.

Monitor and maintain mill equipment to ensure proper functioning and minimize downtime.

Develop and implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

Work closely with procurement and inventory teams to ensure adequate supply of raw materials.

Maintain quality control standards and implement process improvements as needed.

Track production metrics and prepare reports for upper management.

Collaborate with other departments, to optimize workflow and efficiency.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in wood manufacturing or a related industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification in wood processing, manufacturing, or industrial management preferred.

Skills:

o Strong leadership and team management abilities.

o Knowledge of rough mill operations, including gang rip saws, optimizing saws, ban saws and gluers.

o Understanding of wood species, grading, and quality standards.

o Ability to troubleshoot machinery and coordinate maintenance efforts.

o Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off and holidays.

Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to lead a dynamic team in a growing company, we encourage you to apply!