Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking recent college graduates for a full-time entry level Leadership Development Professional (LDP) opportunity to join our Oriented Strand Board Milll (OSB) located in Grayling, Michigan. In this role, you will work under close guidance with assigned mentors. You will be accountable for growing and strengthening your leadership skills, general business understanding of manufacturing processes, operations of a Wood Products mill, and other major function areas. This role includes a detailed 12-month development plan with hands-on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of site project(s). Key Activities:
- Working safely in a manufacturing environment
- Monitor product quality
- Assist in process optimization to maximize production rates, product quality and yield
- Systematically identify and implement improvement initiatives
- Provide data analysis and technical support for manufacturing and quality functions
- Perform mill-wide studies/trials
- Provide support in the development of standard operating procedures
- Troubleshoot and resolve quality and production issues
- Train employees on a structured approach to problem solving
- Maintain calibration of process equipment to assure standards are met
Qualifications Requirements: Education: You have a BS Wood Science or other related engineering field or business degree
Drive: We are looking for someone who is eager to learn about and master wood products production processes regardless of years of experience.
Core Skills: - Ability to deliver workable, value added solutions to solve real manufacturing problems;
- You're able to communicate issues and results to both technical and non-technical audiences
- You are a collaborative team player.
- You have a high level of initiative and the ability to excel with minimum supervision.
- You can easily adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity and change.
Technical Skills: You have a working knowledge of quality control, statistics, and optimization concepts. Travel: You are able and willing to travel within the US.
Nice to have: Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis ASQC certification Experience with databases and/or computer networking
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. 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.
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of
$56,500to $84,800 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 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, 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 offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. 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: Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours. 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.
