Team Leader

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren't just the trees and timberlands we oversee. We are a leader in the world's structural frame market with innovative products, systems, and services for use in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial applications worldwide. We're looking for people who can contribute, grow, think and create! We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards innovation. Our associates are the real reason we've been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world.

Our Millport, Alabama lumber mill has an immediate opening for a Team Leader for our night shift Weekend Operation. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and provides excellent growth potential and opportunities for advancement. Our state-of-the-art mill produces high-quality lumber used for residential construction throughout the USA. We are proud of our reputation for manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement!

The rate of pay is $33.59 per hour.

Key Functions:

• Total commitment to working safe and following all safety rules and regulations
• Interpreting work instructions adequately and successfully completing tasks as delegated
• Safe start up and shut down of equipment in assigned area of responsibility
• Relieve all workstations within the department and perform at production rates
• Complete monthly safety packets
• Coordinate the flow of production and help where needed
• Communicating with team members and leadership to ensure consistent exchange of information
• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment

The following qualifications are required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Successfully pass APT Operations 2 Assessment
• Demonstrated safety and people leadership within a manufacturing facility. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with this in a sawmill and planer.
• Must be able work weekends, rotating schedules, and overtime to meet goals
• Minimum 2 years experience in a supervisory or key leadership role
• Work related experience in leading and ensuring compliance with safety initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Office and other Windows based programs
• Willing and able to work all shifts, including weekends
• Strong work ethic, good judgment and decision-making skills

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.