Professional Development Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Our Holden, LA lumber mill is seeking an Early Career- Leadership Development Professional (LDP). This is a full-time, salaried exempt training position that provides excellent growth potential for recent graduates and opportunity for a leadership role at one of our many locations throughout the U.S. at the end of the program. 

Our state-of-the-art mill produces high-quality lumber used for residential construction throughout the country. We are proud of our reputation for manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement!

The Leadership Development Professional role is an entry level leadership developmental position. Working under close guidance with assigned mentors across day and night shifts, you will be accountable for growing and strengthening your leadership skills and general business understanding of the manufacturing processes and operations of a Lumber mill, and other major function areas, through a detailed 12-month development plan including hands-on learning, operational rotations, and successful completion of process improvement projects. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt position and will report to the Mill Manager. Relocation benefits are available for this and subsequent positions. This role is a part of the Wood Products business, working in the Southern Lumber Region at the Holden Lumber Mill located in Holden, LA. The Holden Mill produces dimensional lumber in various lengths used in residential construction. Holden, LA is in southeastern Louisiana and is conveniently located 15 miles west of Hammond, 67 miles north of New Orleans and 30 miles east of Baton Rouge.

The successful individual will be assigned to a role that fits a business need within Weyerhaeuser Company. This future role will not be located at the training site unless there is a local need. Otherwise, the candidate will be required to relocate at the end of the assignment.

Key Functions

• Develop safety leadership skills

• Complete a structured 12-month rotation through all operational areas of the mill

• Projects and assignments to promote active learning and contribute to mill's successful performance

• Exposure to metrics, reliability and process improvement projects

• Broad exposure to Timberlands, Raw Materials, Sales and Finance

• Develop Front Line Leader skills      

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline OR on track to receive a Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Forestry or related discipline by the Summer of 2026.

• Willingness to adapt to strong safety culture and ensure safe and efficient execution of work

• Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results-oriented environment

• Strong desire to learn manufacturing processes, develop leadership capabilities and possess desire to progress within the organization

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other Windows-based programs

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

• Experience/knowledge project management

• Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to changes

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to develop partnerships and collaborative teaming

• Courage to challenge status quo and deliver results

• Excellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skills

• Willingness to relocate for position opportunities and/or cross-business development

What We Offer: 

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $57,960-$86,941 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser 

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.  For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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