Production Coordinator

Production Coordinator for our sawmill in Preston, Georgia.

When you join our team as a Production Coordinator, you will be responsible for for tightening the outbound supply chain, facilitating on time deliveries, and providing forward forecasts to Sales and Logistics.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate with Sales and Production teams to develop and manage a production schedule for the sawmill, kilns, and planer.
• Create production forecasts with the goal of selling lumber before it’s made.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between Sales, Logistics and the Mill.
• Oversee and direct the shipping department towards the goal of meeting on time shipping targets safely.
• Provide direction and feedback to ensure Operations meets order file commitments and maximizes profit.
• Act as a liaison between Sales, Logistics, and Operations to meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate inventory control and determine daily and weekly shipping requirements.
• Participate in development and communication of product specifications.

What You Offer

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment.
• Detail and results oriented.
• Computer expertise and proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) is required.
• High school diploma is required, post-secondary education is strongly preferred (Wood processing, Operations Management, Engineering).
• Strong inventory and production management skills.

Who We Are  
 
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability. 

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar 
 

What We Offer 
 
Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary, based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You’ll also get a competitive benefits package including: 

·         Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans) 

o    Short Term Disability Insurance 

o    Long Term Disability Insurance 

o    Life and AD&D Insurance 

o    Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance 

·         HSA Medical Plan with Employer Match 

·         Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness) 

·         401(k) Matching Plan  

·         Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) 

·         Paid Vacation 

·         Employee Assistance Program 

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

Interested in being a part of our team? Apply online at www.interfor.com/careers

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 & alcohol 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, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.