MILL MANAGER Position Available In Lee, Mississippi

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MILL MANAGER NEW ALBANY, MS

• Job description
• The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is a next-generation sawmill operator focused on sustainable, lowcost manufacturing of dimensional wood products. TLM is designing a state-of-the-art, modular sawmill to produce high-grade dimensional products with high efficiency. TLM is backed by leading investors including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, and Ravelin Capital.
• Overview
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The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mill Manager to manage the operations of our first lumber manufacturing facility in New Albany, Mississippi. This is a key role that will be integral to TLM’s success. This is a full-time, salaried position reporting to the Head of Production.

• Duties
• : As Mill Manager, you are responsible for setting up the site, hiring the local team, and operating the mill.

You will set up and operate a safe and reliable manufacturing facility. You are the primary owner of site performance, responsible for meeting business objectives of the site, including establishing a stable operating rhythm within the first 3 months and ensuring on-time delivery of quality products to customers. You will also focus on building a zero-waste culture, minimizing operational cost, maximizing team engagement, and developing future leaders.

• Key Responsibilities
• :•Operational Leadership•: Direct and manage all sawmill operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and inventory management, to meet or exceed established performance metrics.
• Team Managemen
• t: Recruit, train, and retain local workforce talent. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performance team, ensuring effective training, performance evaluation, and workforce planning to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Safety and Compliance
• : Ensure a safe working environment for all employees by setting and enforcing safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Maintain compliance with all legal and corporate environmental standards.
• Continuous Improvement
• : Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality. Identify and implement cost reduction strategies without compromising quality or safety.
• Budget and Cost Control
• : Develop and manage the sawmill budget, experience with profit/loss, ability to develop 3-to-5 year plan, monitor operational expenses, and implement strategies to reduce costs and improve profitability.
• Collaboration
• : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sawmill operations with overall business objectives. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors and customers.
• Technology and Innovation
• : Oversee the implementation of TLM’s sawmill technologies and innovations at the mill to enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Support hands-on integration and troubleshooting of technology.
• Startup Environmen
• t: Experience building teams and systems from the ground up. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment.
• Requirements
• :• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in manufacturing operations• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and lead a diverse team• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on, results-driven approach.

Highly resourceful with strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Knowledge of industry-related safety and environmental regulations
• Able to work flexible hours as needed in a mill environment
• Desired Skills and Experience
• :• Manufacturing experience in Wood Products (especially softwood lumber) • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools and processes• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in wood products• Proficiency in operational and business software systems• Bachelor’ degree in Forestry, Wood Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field•Salary and Benefits•:

Starting Salary:

$120,000