Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a hands-on and motivated Rough Mill Supervisor to oversee daily operations in our rough mill. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid background in woodworking and/or general manufacturing, and proven forklift driving experience. This role is responsible for supervising production, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and coordinating workflow to achieve production goals.

Duties

Supervise and coordinate activities in the rough mill area, ensuring schedules and production targets are met.
Operate a forklift safely and efficiently for moving, staging, and organizing lumber and raw materials.
Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with maintenance as needed to minimize downtime.
Ensure all work is performed according to company safety policies and OSHA standards.
Oversee lumber processing, cutting, and material flow through the rough mill to optimize efficiency.
Inspect lumber and finished components to ensure quality specifications are met.
Collaborate with other departments (e.g., packing and shipping, sales, management) to resolve issues and improve processes.
Identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce waste and increase productivity.

Qualifications and Skills

Proven forklift driving experience; valid forklift certification strongly preferred.
Experience operating forklifts safely within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with calipers for precise measurements in production processes.
General understanding of rough mill and woodworking processes (cutting, ripping, planing, sorting).
General manufacturing knowledge (e.g. reading measurements accurately with the proper tools, basic maintenance, etc)
Ability to work in a physical environment (lifting, standing, and operating equipment).
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional English fluency
Operation of Woodworking machinery, such as a computerized rip-saw

Work Environment

Manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, and moving machinery.
Physical activity including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and operating forklifts.

Pay

We offer competitive pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Instead of a fixed starting rate, we welcome applicants to share their expected pay range, and we will consider it during the hiring process.

Barrington Hardwoods LLC

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