Essential Functions - Responsible for in-house engineering feasibility studies, system trials, cost estimates, capital project planning, design, scheduling and installations that optimize new and existing equipment.
- Responsible for all aspects of capital project management.
- Work closely with plant management and maintenance personnel to correct production issues and ensure operating efficiencies.
- Demonstrate adaptability and openness to change and ability to anticipate problems and provide innovative solutions through data driven analytics.
- Maintain and gain relevant knowledge keep abreast of industry standards, best practices, and technological advances that maximize operating efficiency.
- Incumbent's role may focus on evaluating and improving plant performance in the areas of safety, quality, production output and operating costs.
- May be responsible for environmental program, permits, audits and administration.
- May provide engineering oversight for development of software programs and functionality.
- Communicate effectively in individual and group situations adjusting language or terminology to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
- Read and interpret Computer Aided Design drawings and blueprints.
- Understand project management concepts, systems, and techniques.
- Participative and influential team player in achieving desired production outcomes and organizational goals.
- Ability to maintain sound judgment and stable performance under stress and/or opposition (e.g. time pressure, job ambiguity)
- Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience/Physical Functions Bachelor of Science required, preferably in engineering, wood products or business. Developmental position designed to provide the individual with the technical aspects of the business or discipline and the environment to exercise the practical application of their education and experience. The incumbent will have the opportunity for exposure to various facets of the business and to develop an in-depth understanding of the operations/function at the region or plant level.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer degree in Business, Engineering, or Wood Products (Natural Resources) and between 0-4 years of experience in related job function. The successful candidate will possess the ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts, computer skills in many types of applications as well as excellent communication skills and will be able to work a flexible schedule. Continuous manufacturing operation experience and knowledge of wood products recommended; knowledge of continuous improvement tools, facilitation, troubleshooting and process controls a plus.
Decision-Making/Supervisory Decisions are limited to immediate scope of work. Supervisor guidance and routine review of work characteristic for this level.
Scope To provide the opportunity and environment for an individual to develop broad, comprehensive knowledge and experience, in a plant environment, of the overall business, including but not limited to: safety, manufacturing processes and products, supervision, human resources, process improvement, engineering, finance, special projects, etc.
Core Competencies Building Partnerships, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Influencing, Innovation, Monitoring Information, Planning and Organizing, Technical/ Professional Knowledge and Skills
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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