Area Manager Jobs in South Carolina

INTRODUCTION

In general, this position is intended that the DHE Area Manager is to spend most of their time improving the area processes by partnering with engineering on capital projects and repetitive downtime issues, reducing waste, improving throughput through increased efficiency, and standardizing the Production Team Members training and testing.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Play a central role in developing and reviewing pay-for-skill standards & implementation in their areas. This includes the administration of pay-for-skill testing.
• Provide the training of the operators in their areas, to encourage continuous skills upgrade and rotation within each shift.
• Responsible for the training manuals in their area and the tools to access knowledge and skill level.
• The DHE Manager is expected to attend all daily production and/or maintenance related meetings.
• Assist in achieving the mill’s goals by being a functional contributor in the leadership team.
• Collaborate with Area Engineers in root cause analysis for all downtime events >30 mins (or accumulating to >2 hrs per month), using all available resources (SC personnel, NT, personnel at other OSB facilities, OEMs, consultants, etc.).
• Analyze data (downtime, throughput per shift, operator effectiveness, shift differentials) in order to set priorities for maintenance, operator training, and shift teamwork.
• Assist in prioritizing work request/work orders by ensuring the correct data is collected on an ongoing basis, in an analyzable format.
• Provide the continuity & resource for PIT teams that are formed in their areas to address opportunities for improvement in performance or housekeeping.
• Will assist shift supervisors & the production manager in their efforts to manage safety & housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for process improvement in housekeeping and identifying individual members that need improvement or excel in housekeeping.
• Responsible for safety requirements in their area (unsafe conditions).
• Work with the Area and Process Engineer(s) to coordinate operator input for engineering to address frequent downtime issues, throughput enhancements, or MORE objectives.
• Coordinate monthly best practice reviews with other OSB facilities with similar equipment.
• Coordinate improved constructive engagement of OEMs, to ensure we benefit from the best practices developed elsewhere in the industry.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities in their areas with the area maintenance leads.
• Actively participate in pre-task assessments and nonroutine work in the area.
• Coordinate the collection of SSOP, LOTO procedures and safe work practices associated with their area and cataloging of them in CMMS and/or the site SSOP database.
• Ensure consumable inventories are maintained in their areas.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Production Manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Wood Science or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing in the wood products industry (OSB, MDF or Plywood preferred)
• Excellent Project Management skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge and aptitude
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills including MS Office software

OUTSTANDING BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

APPLY:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW).

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