wood production supervisor

Description

Wood production supervisors monitor processes involved in the conversion of felled trees into usable lumber. They follow the production process and make quick decisions to resolve problems. They ensure that production targets, such as quantity and quality of products, timeliness and cost-effectiveness, can be achieved.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards woodworking processes functionalities of machinery wood cuts first aid woodworking tools cutting technologies quality assurance methodologies types of wood sawing techniques types of sawing blades

Practical Skills

analyse the need for technical resources manage resources follow production schedule meet productivity targets wear appropriate protective gear ensure finished product meet requirements liaise with managers coordinate communication within a team communicate problems to senior colleagues evaluate employees work report on production results keep records of work progress create solutions to problems oversee production requirements recruit personnel integrate new products in manufacturing undertake inspections train employees write inspection reports identify hazards in the workplace distinguish wood quality record production data for quality control check material resources schedule regular machine maintenance analyse production processes for improvement ensure compliance with environmental legislation monitor manufacturing quality standards advise on machinery malfunctions inspect wood materials oversee quality control liaise with quality assurance oversee logistics of finished products monitor machine operations