Site Manager

Job Title: Site Manager – Lumber Manufacturing 
Location: Michigan (Two Manufacturing Sites) 
Reports To: Director of Operations / Regional Manager 
Employment Type: Full-Time 
 
Job Summary: 
 
We are seeking an experienced, emotionally intelligent Site Manager to lead operations across two lumber manufacturing facilities located in Michigan. This role is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations, driving performance, and leading maintenance and reliability programs while fostering a culture of safety, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate brings both operational leadership and people-first management to a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 
 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
• Provide full operational oversight of two lumber manufacturing sites in Michigan, ensuring alignment of safety, production, maintenance, and quality goals. 
• Lead maintenance and reliability efforts to ensure optimal performance and uptime of all plant equipment and infrastructure. 
• Deliver on production targets, efficiency metrics, and customer commitments through effective planning and coordination. 
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring all OSHA and environmental standards are met or exceeded. 
• Lead and implement change management initiatives, including new systems, processes, and cultural improvements. 
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators; site budgets, cost control, and forecasting; demonstrate strong financial and operational acumen. 
• Proactively engage with frontline employees and supervisors to build trust, support development, and maintain open communication across both sites. 
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams with a focus on employee empowerment, accountability, and performance. 
• Stay calm under pressure, making effective decisions in fast paced environment. 
• Champion continuous improvement using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools. 
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent product quality and reliable delivery. 
 

Required Qualifications: 
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial management, Engineering, Forestry, Business, or related field – or equivalent work experience. 
• 5+ years of plant leadership experience, preferably in lumber, wood products, or other manufacturing environments. 
• Proven success managing multiple sites or departments, including production, quality and maintenance operations. 
• Strong understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance programs and reliability best practices. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and cost controls in a manufacturing setting. 
•Experience in building materials manufacturing  

• Exceptional leadership presence with a focus on employee development. 
• Experience in both continuous and batch processes 
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and building resilient teams through change and growth. 
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
   
• Preferred Qualifications: 
  Experience in the lumber, sawmill, or building materials industry. 
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification. 
  • ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.). 
• • CMSS Experience  
   
  
  Working Conditions: 
  Travel required between both Michigan-based manufacturing facilities (20 miles apart). 
  • Must be capable of spending 50% or more of the time on the manufacturing floor 
  • Must be able to work extended hours during critical production or maintenance periods.