This position is an Entry level leadership developmental position. Working under close guidance with assigned mentors, this individual will be accountable for growing and strengthening their leadership skills and general business understanding of the manufacturing processes and operations of a Wood Products mill, with a focus on safety, through a detailed 12-month development plan including hands-on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of process improvement projects.
This position is part of the Wood Products business located at Weyerhaeuser’s (Engineered Wood Products) Parallam® manufacturing mill in Delta (Annacis Island), BC. This is a Full-Time, Non-Exempt. Relocation benefits are available for this position. This role will report to the Mill Manager.
The successful individual will be assigned to the next role once development is successfully completed, and a suitable assignment is identified that meets business needs. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate, with the potential to move to other operational locations within the U.S. and Canada
Key Functions:
- Priority-Develop safety leadership skills.
- Grow Front Line Leader skills (as a Supervisor or Team Leader) through a structured 12-month rotation through all operational areas of the mill.
- Engage in projects and assignments to promote active learning and contribute to mill’s successful performance.
- Gain exposure to metrics, reliability and process improvement projects.
- Gain broad exposure to Wood Products, Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales and Finance.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in business, forestry, engineering, or related discipline OR on track to receive a bachelor's degree in business, forestry, wood science, engineering, or related discipline by June 2025
- Safety certification is an asset
- Willingness to adapt to strong safety culture and ensure safe and efficient execution of work
- Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results –oriented environment
- Strong desire to learn manufacturing processes, develop leadership capabilities and possess desire to progress in organization
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite and other windows-based programs
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Experience/knowledge project management
- Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to changes
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to develop partnerships and collaborative teaming
- Courage to challenge status quo and deliver results
- Excellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skills
- Willingness to relocate outside of the region for position opportunities and/or cross-business development
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $ 78,600- $112,300 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team as a nonunion employee, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Nonunion Canadian employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, which includes a paid company match up to 6%, in addition to a company contribution equaling up to 7.25% of your base salary. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP).
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.
