Yard Supervisor

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ). 

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

The Yard Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Kamloops production yard, ensuring that the facility meets Stella-Jones’ production goals and quality assurance requirements in a safe and efficient manner.  

Supervises Pole Yard Operations

• Provides scheduling, direction and supervision of all yard employees in their daily tasks
• Regularly and on an ongoing basis reviews and evaluates performance, skill levels and training needs of all yard employees
• Manages all independent contractors hired to carry out specific functions within the yard
• Assists with preparation and periodic updates of the annual production budget.

Operational Accountability

• Manages wood flow through the facility, from incoming raw materials to outbound finished poles
• Ensures production, budgeted costs and productivity targets are met
• Manages all parts and supplies necessary for yard operation
• Organizes and supervises the annual inventory count
• Manages the preventative maintenance program on all mobile and stationary equipment

Human Resources

• Hires yard employees, in consultation with the Regional Production Manager, as required
• Manages all labour issues relative to the yard employees in consultation with the Regional Production Manager.
• Approves and manages vacation requests from yard employees, ensuring consistent operation of the facility

Reports and Documentation

• Prepares quotes on capital projects
• Conducts and completes Quality Control audits and ensures adherence to Stella-Jones’ finished product specifications
• Develops structured training programs for all yard employees
• Ensures compliance with Stella-Jones’ Safety Program
• Oversees the development of “Safe Work Procedures” and “Work Instructions”
• Prepares Accident Investigation Reports
• Signs off time sheets for yard employees and independent contractors
• Prepares personal expense invoices with support documentation

Special Projects

• Supervises capital projects
• Participates in special projects as directed

Internal Relationships

• Communicates regularly with:

• • Regional Production Manager, accounting, procurement, operations and logistics staff to ensure reporting, organizational, system requirement and other issues are dealt with promptly and efficiently
  • Stella-Jones’ Sr. Management, Quality assurance personnel and Human Resources Department

•  Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Supervisory experience in the wood processing industry preferred.
• WHMIS Certificate
• First Aid (Level 1 minimum)
• Chainsaw experience, a thorough understanding of the CSA/ANSI Pole Specifications and a background in WCB Claims Management an asset
• Mechanical aptitude and preventative maintenance experience an asset
• Mobile equipment operational or equivalent experience an asset
• Ability to:
  • Train, motivate and coach employees
  • Maintain composure and work effectively under pressure
  • Take direction
  • Manage time efficiently
• Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons