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Functions as a department supervisor for a period of three months in each operating department of the plant mill, industrial, specialty, treating, truss, shipping/receiving.\nPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities\nPlans activity for the short-term and long-term.\nDevelops department production schedule.\nSupervises the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.\nEnsures that operations meet or exceed efficiency and quality standards.\nIdentifies, researches, and resolves various problems, opportunities and improvement initiatives.\nEvaluates performance of subordinates, coaches and counsels employees, and initiates corrective actions as required.\nSupervises activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law and regulations.\nEnsure utilization of inventory and inventory controls are consistent with UFP policies and practices. 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