Technical Manager

Purpose

Accountable for the oversight and continuous improvement of a manufacturing facility’s quality assurance program, leading new product and process development and taking a lead role in continuing improvement efforts. Accountable for the professional development of Quality Staff. Involved and leads activities outside of the mill and involving clients (supply chain, legal, benchmarking, product strategy, client inquiries / claims, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical team with plant management support
• Maintain and improve all the elements of the facility’s quality assurance program including policy, compliance, corrective actions and audits
• Determine department project plans and implementation schedules
• Standardize standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Oversee SOP’s for current and new equipment and hardware / software
• Coordinate project activities with operations, IT and engineering teams
• Work with quality assurance / control teams on projects and guide development of continuous improvement systems in safety, quality, yield, value, cost and productivity performance
• Ensure the standardization of process control and quality control platforms and performance metrics across the location
• Coordinate the implementation of process optimization across the location
• Ensure process control applications, process optimization, process information management systems and alarm databases
• Capable leader with the ability to influence the organization from the plant floor to the top floor
• Work closely with engineering team members on project development, scope, budget, design criteria, planning and implementation
• Coordinate with corporate and plant personnel to optimize the use of resources and equipment
• Lead a client-centric approach to manufacturing at the mill. In partnership with sales, work with clients on claims and production improvements
• Evaluate new products, processes, and technologies
• Participate in industry associations, such as FSC, HPVA, APA, NAWLA, WWPA
• Models company core values
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About Roseburg Forest Products

Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company based in Springfield, Oregon. With a legacy in sustainable forestry and innovative wood products manufacturing, we are a leading North American producer of engineered wood, exterior trim, plywood, lumber, and medium density fiberboard (MDF). Our products shape and support homes, workplaces, and industries, while our timberlands protect forest health for future generations and provide high-quality wood fiber for our integrated operations.

At Roseburg, we believe in making lives better from the ground up through the products we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we support. Our team of passionate professionals value safety, integrity, and excellence in all we do. From the mill to the forest to the office, you’ll find opportunities to grow and contribute to a company that cares for people, communities, and the environment.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.roseburg.com .