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Sawmill Supervisor

Canfor
El Dorado, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sawmill Supervisor position at Canfor?

The Opportunity:Posting ID: 28965 Position Type: Regular City: El Dorado, AR, United States Location: Iron Mountain Sawmill

You are a natural leader with the proven ability to adapt and remain flexible in various situations. Your strength lies in building resilient teams and fostering seamless communication channels that drive success. Proactive and driven, you don't merely wait for opportunities – you actively seek them out. Whether it involves spearheading new projects or introducing innovative strategies, you consistently position yourself at the forefront of progress. Your proficiency in guiding business teams is indisputable, and your unwavering commitment to refining processes highlights your dedication to excellence.

As the Sawmill Supervisor, you will play a critical role in driving operational success. Reporting to the Superintendent, you will lead a dedicated team to achieve and surpass key performance indicator (KPI) targets in safety, quality, cost control, delivery, and employee engagement. Your leadership will foster a culture of excellence, contributing significantly to the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations.

This role is a night‑shift position running Monday through Friday, with the possibility of occasional weekend shifts when needed. We are seeking talented leaders for our Sawmill Supervisor and Planermill Supervisor positions.

The life of the Sawmill Supervisor includes:

  • Maintain the highest safety standards, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, practices, and OSHA regulations.
  • Address unsafe conditions promptly and proactively.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs while safely meeting production targets.
  • Coach, train, and support team members to maximize performance.
  • Foster open communication and engage employees for input into work processes and systems.
  • Ensure timely implementation of key corporate and operational initiatives, and assist in equipment troubleshooting.
  • Maintain and monitor production goals
  • Work with other departments to achieve operational goals

For this role, come equipped with:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience in an industrial environment
  • Working knowledge of web-based computer applications and Microsoft Office
  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license

Ideally, you also have prior maintenance experience as well as 2 years of experience in a sawmill setting.

If you possess excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with safe work habits and a working knowledge of OSHA regulations, click that “apply” button today!

At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.

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