Planer Supervisor, Ear Falls, Ontario
As a Planer Supervisor,
you’ll lead a skilled team in driving safety, productivity, and quality to new
heights. This is your opportunity to take ownership of operations, inspire
continuous improvement, and shape the success of a key department within our
mill.
What
We Offer
- Competitive salary & Short-Term Incentive Plan Bonus
- Group Benefit Programs (Medical, Dental, Vision) & Employee Assistance Program
- Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
- RRSP & Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Matching Plans
- Relocation Assistance & Temporary Housing
- Learning and development opportunities
What You’ll Do
- Provide leadership and direction to ensure safe, efficient and productive planer mill operations
- Oversee production performance by managing volume, yield, uptime, and product quality while enforcing safety standards and company policies
- Monitor equipment and resources, coordinating with maintenance and other departments to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
- Prepare and review production reports, ensuring accurate documentation of shift results, labor and operational performance
- Drive continuous improvement by recommending process changes, supporting employee training, and promoting a culture of safety and quality
What You Offer
- 2–5 years of leadership experience in a sawmill, planer mill or similar industrial environment with a proven ability to lead teams in a unionized environment
- Demonstrated accountability for health and safety with a strong knowledge of standards and practices
- Solid understanding of lumber manufacturing processes, equipment and products, with exposure to continuous improvement principles in mill operations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ambitious, results-driven leader who thrives on advancing to the next level, mobilizing teams, and achieving operational excellence
- Collaborative and principled professional with strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills, supported by integrity, sound judgment, and effective time management
Life in Ear Falls: Enjoy the best of both worlds—affordable small-town living and endless outdoor adventure. Surrounded by lakes, forests and trails, it’s a paradise for fishing, boating and year-round recreation. With a close-knit, welcoming community, strong local services and growing opportunities in forestry, it’s the perfect place to build both your career and your lifestyle. https://ear-falls.com/
About Interfor: Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world — and we’re growing fast. We’re passionate about building a better future — for our people, our communities, and the planet. At Interfor, you’ll find opportunities, innovation, and a team that’s invested in your success. #StartHereGoFar www.interfor.com
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.