Kiln Manager in Middleton, New Hampshire at LaValley Building Supply LLC
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Job Description
About LaValley Building Supply
Contractor-retail lumber yards and home centers; truss and wall panel fabrication; a world class paint and decorating center; a custom “off-site construction” modular home division; and one of the largest, most modern Eastern White Pine sawmills in New England, LaValley Building Supply has what our customers need to successfully complete any project. Company founders, Harold and Gerry LaValley remain active in the business, and the LaValley brand today consists of 14 locations that offer our customers a “one stop shop” for all of their building needs.
About the Role:
Kiln Manager – DiPrizio Pine
New England White Pine | Full-time
DiPrizio Pine is seeking an experienced Kiln Manager to oversee dry-kiln operations and air-yard management for New England White Pine.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the air yard (green lumber storage, stacking, inventory, and protection)
- Plan and supervise kiln loading, drying schedules, and unloading
- Work closely with the sales team to prioritize kiln loads based on customer orders and delivery needs
- Control moisture content and minimize degrade on White Pine
- Supervise kiln and yard crew; maintain safety and quality standards
- Coordinate maintenance and track production performance
Requirements
- Proven experience in lumber kiln drying (New England / Eastern White Pine preferred)
- Hands-on knowledge of green-yard operations and kiln loading
- Ability to coordinate effectively with sales on production priorities
- Supervisory experience required
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Experience is a must.
If you have a solid background drying White Pine and managing kiln + yard operations, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply today or message us with your resume.
Pay Scale based on experience