Site Manager - Northwest Hardwoods : Job Details

Job Title: Site Manager – Lumber ManufacturingLocation: Loudonville, OhioReports To: Senior Regional ManagerEmployment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and emotionally intelligent Site Manager to lead our lumber manufacturing facility located in Loudonville, Ohio. Through ongoing change initiatives, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional interpersonal abilities, and a proven ability to manage change effectively. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving performance by ensuring adherence to safety standards, and fostering a positive and adaptable work environment. Your capacity to connect with and motivate staff, navigate resistance to change with empathy, and communicate effectively will be essential in driving continuous improvement and maintaining a high-performing, resilient team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide complete operational oversight of the Loudonville, Ohio lumber manufacturing site, ensuring alignment of safety, production, maintenance, and quality goals.• Lead maintenance and reliability efforts to ensure optimal performance and uptime of all plant equipment and infrastructure.• Deliver on production targets, efficiency metrics, and customer commitments through effective planning and coordination.• Foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring all OSHA and environmental standards are met or exceeded.• Lead and implement change management initiatives, including new systems, processes, and cultural improvements.• Monitor and manage key performance indicators; site budgets, cost control, and forecasting; demonstrate strong financial and operational acumen.• Proactively engage with frontline employees and supervisors to build trust, support development, and maintain open communication across both sites.• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams with a focus on employee empowerment, accountability, and performance.• Stay calm under pressure, making effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.• Champion continuous improvement using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent product quality and reliable delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management, or Engineering, Forestry, Business, or related field – or equivalent work experience.• 5+ years of plant leadership experience, preferably in lumber, wood products, or other manufacturing environments.• Proven success managing multiple departments, including production, quality, shipping, and maintenance operations.• Strong understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance programs and reliability best practices.• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and cost controls in a manufacturing setting.•Experience in building materials manufacturingExceptional leadership presence with a focus on employee development.Experience in both continuous and batch processesSkilled in coaching, mentoring, and building resilient teams through change and growth.Effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the NWH organization.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience in the lumber, sawmill, or building materials industry.Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.).CMMS experience.

Working Conditions:

Travel is minimal but requiredMust be capable of spending 60% or more of the time on the manufacturing floor. Must be able to work extended hours during critical production or maintenance periods.

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