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Supervisor - Sawmill

Employment contract 75000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Our division in the beautiful mountain town of Quincy, California is seeking a qualified Large Log Sawmill Supervisor.

Job Responsibility

  • Promote and maintain a safe working environment by ensuring safe workplace practices are followed, keeping safety awareness at the forefront, and promoting a culture of safety by leading by example
  • Supervise, train, direct and coordinate the work of the crew
  • Maintain open and effective lines of communication
  • Effectively manage the activities of the crew during normal operations, breakdowns, emergencies, etc.
  • Work with Mill Manager, Department Superintendents, and other supervisors to optimize productivity and reduce downtime and waste
  • Monitor and implement our Quality Control programs and standards, including but not limited to our QMS program
  • Actively manage the operations of the department and continuously look for ways to reduce downtime through understanding the operation, analyzing potential options, and orchestrating and executing solutions in a timely manner
  • Complete and maintain proper documentation for the operation, including production and downtime reports, maintenance lists, Workers Compensation documentation, attendance forms, disciplinary action forms, etc.
  • Manage expected and unexpected absences and crew member schedules, including modified duty
  • Understand and comply with applicable regulations such as OSHA requirements, wage and hour rules, and environmental requirements
  • Participate in crew member corrective, disciplinary, and discharge actions
  • Participate in the interview process and the selection of new crew members

Requirements

  • One year of crew leadership or supervisory experience is preferred
  • Working knowledge of wood products manufacturing with emphasis placed on people management
  • Proven commitment to a safe work environment and following company policy
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and lead and motivate a crew
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment under demanding circumstances
  • Basic computer skills are preferred

Nice to have

  • One year of crew leadership or supervisory experience is preferred
  • Basic computer skills are preferred

What we offer

  • We train and promote from within
  • Excellent low-cost health benefits
  • Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
  • Paid vacation and 10 holidays
  • Full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • additional Retirement Contributions
  • company-paid Life Insurance
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