Waste Management Jobs in Ripley, MS (NOW HIRING)

The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the future of sustainable lumber with next-generation sawmill technology. We design and operate state-of-the-art modular sawmills that produce high-grade dimensional wood products with greater efficiency and less waste. Backed by leading investors including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter Capital, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Senior Finance Analyst to support financial planning, labor and production forecasting, and operational performance reporting within a manufacturing environment. This role will be instrumental in building and improving FP&A infrastructure, partnering closely with mill and operations leadership, and providing financial insights that drive productivity, cost control, and profitable growth. The ideal candidate combines strong financial modeling skills with a practical understanding of manufacturing drivers such as labor utilization, throughput, capacity, and production volumes.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Volume Forecasting

• Lead production volume forecasting including scenario and sensitivity analysis

• Develop and maintain labor‑to‑production forecasting models aligned with capacity plans

• Provide mill‑level insights on capacity utilization and operational constraints

Fiber & Supply Planning Finance

• Build out sales funnel analytics to align fiber supply with production demand

• Manage tract delivered tons reconciliation

• Support raw material usage and yield analysis

Inventory & Mill Financial Management

• Manage inventory planning and financial tracking for MM1 and future SE region mills

• Manage mill deployment budgets

• Track material usage impacts on cost performance

Mill Performance Analytics

• Analyze mill KPIs and operational metrics to support day‑to‑day decision making

• Support cost improvement initiatives at the mill level

• Manage contractors, vendor database, and software / other licenses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field

• 2-3 years’ experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or operational finance

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities

• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and month-end reporting processes

• Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional and operations stakeholders

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing or logistics environments

• Exposure to ERP systems, production reporting tools, or BI / planning platforms

The expected starting annual base salary for this position is $105,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes comprehensive health coverage, life insurance, and flexible time off. The applicable annual base salary paid to a successful applicant will be determined based on multiple factors, including but not limited to the nature and extent of prior experience and educational background.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

• 100% employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents (medical, dental, and vision)

• 100% employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage

• Paid time off and company holidays

• The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry

Join our team as we modernize timber from forest to finished product.

The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.