Boiler Supervisor in Moundville, Alabama at The Westervelt Company

Boiler Supervisor

Moundville, AL

Introduction

Westervelt Lumber manufactures high-quality Southern yellow pine lumber using sustainably sourced wood from our own land and other privately held forests. With more than 50 years of industry experience, we proudly produce a wide range of high-performance products for customers across domestic and international markets.

When you join Westervelt Lumber, you join a company that genuinely cares about its people. We offer competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package, including Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), Paid Vacation, and a Flexible Spending Account.

If you're an experienced leader in boiler operations, we’d love to talk with you about joining our Moundville, AL team.

Day in the Life

As a Boiler Supervisor, you’ll play a critical role in leading the Boiler and Kilns while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met. Your day will include:

• Leading and supporting daily Boiler and Kilns operations
• Supervising and coaching hourly team members and lift drivers
• Monitoring drying schedules and making adjustments to improve product quality
• Ensuring fueling, kiln loading, and yarding operations run efficiently
• Addressing operational and quality issues across green and dry yarding
• Assisting with environmental reporting and regulatory compliance
• Supporting the Dry End Superintendent and filling in when needed

This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while contributing to the success of mill operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Dry End Superintendent with daily operations and departmental oversight
• Supervise, train, and develop Boiler hourly associates
• Oversee lift driver performance ensuring safety, productivity, and quality standards
• Ensure Planer Mill operational needs are supported through effective yarding operations
• Manage green and dry yarding quality and resolve performance issues
• Monitor kiln drying schedules and implement improvements as needed
• Ensure compliance with environmental guidelines and complete required reporting
• Plan and organize kiln charges, boiler fuel usage, and production
• Communicate operational issues and performance updates to leadership

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Strong communication and team leadership abilities
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisor experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Experience with kiln drying systems and yarding operations
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience in lumber, wood products, or manufacturing environments
• Experience in a wood-fired boiler operation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and work at elevated heights
• Ability to work in industrial environments with noise, heat, and weather exposure
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, pushing, and pulling for extended periods
• Ability to work around moving equipment and industrial hazards

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a motivated leader with a strong background in boiler operations, safety, and team development, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with Westervelt Lumber.

The base salary range for this position is $74,600- $111,900. Actual base salary is based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer