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Kiln Supervisor
Job Description
Kiln/Boiler Supervisor – Opelika, AL
Employment type: Direct Hire, Full-time, onsite leadership role
Salary: $75K–$90K/year + Relocation Assistance
Schedule: Typical Mon– Friday but will need to be available to report for emergencies
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K, medical/dental insurance, and more
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K, medical/dental insurance, and more
Relocation: Relocation assistance is available
We’re seeking a Kiln Supervisor to manage all kiln and boiler operations, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Oversee all operations in the Boiler and Kiln department, ensuring safe work practices and regulatory compliance
- Lead kiln scheduling, quality stacking/loading/drying practices, and daily audits
- Coordinate operator schedules and step in to provide coverage when needed
- Conduct system inspections and identify performance improvement opportunities
- Tune thermal units for maximum efficiency and minimal emissions
- Maintain documentation for thermal energy and lumber drying processes
- Manage kiln inventory, boiler chemicals, and spare parts
- Plan and assign maintenance activities, including preventative checks
- Train and certify forklift operators
- Collaborate with stacker teams, yard management, and plant leadership
- Drive continuous improvement through audits, inspections, and quality testing
What You Bring:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in kiln operations or supervision (preferably with single-fire chip kilns or biomass-fueled systems)
- A background in the wood products industry is strongly preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent (technical certifications a plus)
- Solid knowledge of kiln schedules, moisture content control, and yard operations
- Familiarity with biomass combustion using bark or wood waste as fuel
- Proven leadership in a mill or manufacturing setting
- Experience with preventative maintenance, safety procedures, and audits
- Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic reporting/scheduling tools
- Physically able to perform yard inspections and manage outdoor operations
- Willingness to relocate to Opelika, AL – relocation assistance available
If you’re a hands-on leader with a drive for operational excellence and team development, this is your opportunity to grow with a company that values your expertise.
Sirius Staffing is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.
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