Planer Mill Production Manager

C&B Lumber Inc.

3594 Turkey Knob Road

Fries, VA 24330

Who We Are: At C & B Lumber Inc., our family-owned company blends traditional woodworking craftsmanship with modern production techniques to create custom log home materials. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, we proudly supply Eastern White Pine, Appalachian Hardwoods, T&G profiles, siding, beams, and specialty millwork. Our customers — from homeowners to contractors in Tennessee and across the region — rely on our dedication to quality and personalized service.

Role: Planer Mill - Production Manager (Mechanical)

Why this role matters: As the Production Manager for our planer mill, you will be the technical leader who ensures that each board, plank, and beam leaves the mill meeting our high standards. You will combine hands-on mechanical work with people leadership, coaching operators, managing schedules, and optimizing workflows to deliver exceptional product and service.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee planer mill production flow; plan and prioritize daily work to meet customer orders and deadlines.
• Set up and operate planer mill machinery accurately; perform calculations and adjustments to produce consistent profiles.
• Inspect raw materials and finished pieces to enforce quality control standards and reduce waste.
• Train and mentor team members on machine operation, safety, and problem-solving techniques.
• Coordinate maintenance, order parts, and perform mechanical troubleshooting to keep equipment reliable.
• Communicate closely with production, shipping, and sales to ensure customized orders are fulfilled correctly.

Qualifications & Attributes: Prior mechanical experience with planer mills or similar woodworking equipment, comfortable with mathematical set-ups and measurement tools, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and a safety-first mindset. Experience in a family-run or small-manufacturing setting is a plus.

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