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Dry End Superintendent

Interfuse Staffing

Plain Dealing, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Multilingual, OSHA, Operations, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Production Schedule, Production Specifications, Regulations, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Six Sigma, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Plain Dealing, LA
POSTED
8 days ago

What You'll Do

The Dry End Superintendent will:

  • Lead daily operations across the planer mill, dry kiln, and shipping and receiving departments
  • Set the standard for safety — model safe behavior and ensure the team follows all policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations
  • Partner with the Mill Manager and peers to build production schedules and coordinate operations for maximum output and efficiency
  • Coach, train, and develop supervisors to drive performance, quality, and production specifications
  • Identify equipment issues, assist with troubleshooting, and lead proactive problem-solving
  • Coordinate with Maintenance on preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades or replacements
  • Oversee shipping and receiving employees and inventory accuracy
  • Drive department performance against goals for safety, quality, waste reduction, housekeeping, and process reliability
  • Implement key corporate and operational initiatives on time and on plan

 

What We're Looking For

Required:

  • 5–7+ years of sawmill, planer mill, and/or dry kiln experience
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Proven track record leading teams and raising performance through coaching and development
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices
  • Experience driving results in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Working knowledge of business and financial concepts
  • Proficiency with MS Office and Windows-based programs
  • Willingness to respond to after-hours calls and work weekends or holidays as needed

 

Preferred:

  • Experience leading multilingual or non-English-speaking crews
  • Background in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma methodologies
  • Prior experience overseeing shipping, receiving, and inventory functions

 

Why Apply

  • Direct hire opportunity with a growing, well-established sawmill operation
  • Full ownership of dry end operations with real authority and team-building responsibility
  • Clear path to senior operations leadership
  • Stable, long-term role in an expanding wood products market

 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

This is a safety-sensitive position in an active industrial environment. Candidates should be prepared to:

  • Work at heights and climb stairs and ladders
  • Work in extreme heat or cold and outdoor conditions
  • Work in confined or restricted spaces when required
  • Work in elevated noise levels (hearing protection required)
  • Maintain constant alertness around heavy equipment and hazardous materials

About the Company

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Interfuse Staffing