Director, Operations - Glulam
Apply NowCompany: Bell Lumber 38 Pole Company
Location: Saint Paul, MN 55112
Description:
We are looking for an experienced and effective Director of Operations to lead our mass timber glulam facility in Albert Lea, MN. They will oversee a team of skilled individuals to create world-class structural beams and glulam utility poles while contributing to Bell's mission of radically loving and influencing lives.
This Director of Operations will be responsible for the entire Alamco operation with focus on increasing efficiency, reducing cost, and implementing automation and improvements across multiple plants. They will oversee materials, scheduling and logistics, production, and performance to ensure business goals and safety & quality standards are met or exceeded.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
REQUIRED SKILLS
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to use the computer for extended periods of time in a sitting or standing position. Ability to work under time constraints and ability to work in a face paced work environment. The employee will need to be able to be on their feet for an extended period. Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving products, minimum of 50 lbs. Exposure to varying types of climates. Outside environment can be dusty & noisy. Equipment & treated lumber may emit fumes.
Bell Lumber & Pole Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and we fully comply with all such applicable employment laws and regulations. If needed, accommodations may be possible. Extensive travel may be required.
BELL LUMBER & POLE
Over its 100+ year history, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. along with its family of businesses (Bell Timber Inc, Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) has built an incredibly strong reputation for excellence and is one of the largest producers of high-quality renewable wood poles for utility companies throughout North America and abroad. Bell has become a key partner to the expansion of our power grid to empower the move toward sustainable energy use. Bell is also a leading manufacturer of carbon positive mass timber architectural and structural beams for commercial and industrial applications. Bell Lumber and Pole is present in multiple states throughout the US and employs over 270 employees across 9 locations.
Since 1909, the Bell family has been committed to taking care of customers, the environment, and the communities in which we serve. This position is being created to help us advance our commitment to sustainable practices by optimizing our use of renewable materials while reducing the carbon footprint of our operations and that of our customer's.
For the Bell family of companies, our mission statement is something that captures the heart of our employees at every level. We work hard so that the profit of the company is used: TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES. This mission is lived out internally through our values-driven workplace and externally through our passion for giving back and serving communities both near and far.
Salary: Negotiated based on experience.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance (with HRA and FSA)
401(k) with company match
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance and employee/community hardship programs
Bell Lumber & Pole is an equal opportunity employer.
Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [redacted] or send an e-mail to HRT[redacted] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
For additional detail, you can read through our EEO Policy.
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This Director of Operations will be responsible for the entire Alamco operation with focus on increasing efficiency, reducing cost, and implementing automation and improvements across multiple plants. They will oversee materials, scheduling and logistics, production, and performance to ensure business goals and safety & quality standards are met or exceeded.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and safety regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Ability to think outside the box and generate creative solutions.
- Effective in coping with change and leading others through new processes.
- Ability to communicate professionally during conflicts, internally and externally.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to use the computer for extended periods of time in a sitting or standing position. Ability to work under time constraints and ability to work in a face paced work environment. The employee will need to be able to be on their feet for an extended period. Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving products, minimum of 50 lbs. Exposure to varying types of climates. Outside environment can be dusty & noisy. Equipment & treated lumber may emit fumes.
Bell Lumber & Pole Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and we fully comply with all such applicable employment laws and regulations. If needed, accommodations may be possible. Extensive travel may be required.
BELL LUMBER & POLE
Over its 100+ year history, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. along with its family of businesses (Bell Timber Inc, Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) has built an incredibly strong reputation for excellence and is one of the largest producers of high-quality renewable wood poles for utility companies throughout North America and abroad. Bell has become a key partner to the expansion of our power grid to empower the move toward sustainable energy use. Bell is also a leading manufacturer of carbon positive mass timber architectural and structural beams for commercial and industrial applications. Bell Lumber and Pole is present in multiple states throughout the US and employs over 270 employees across 9 locations.
Since 1909, the Bell family has been committed to taking care of customers, the environment, and the communities in which we serve. This position is being created to help us advance our commitment to sustainable practices by optimizing our use of renewable materials while reducing the carbon footprint of our operations and that of our customer's.
For the Bell family of companies, our mission statement is something that captures the heart of our employees at every level. We work hard so that the profit of the company is used: TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES. This mission is lived out internally through our values-driven workplace and externally through our passion for giving back and serving communities both near and far.
Salary: Negotiated based on experience.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance (with HRA and FSA)
401(k) with company match
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance and employee/community hardship programs
Bell Lumber & Pole is an equal opportunity employer.
Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [redacted] or send an e-mail to HRT[redacted] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
For additional detail, you can read through our EEO Policy.
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