Factory Deployment Lead

The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the sustainable future of the lumber industry with next-generation sawmill technology. Backed by leading investors, including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.

The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is seeking a Factory Deployment Lead to oversee the successful launch of new facilities from early planning through operational readiness. This is a field-focused role responsible for coordinating internal teams, contractors, utilities, and local partners to deliver a fully functional site on schedule.

As a Deployment Lead, you will bring structure, clarity, and momentum to fast-moving projects. You will be embedded in the field, working directly with contractors, utilities, local leaders and internal business partners. This role requires strong ownership, quick decision-making, and the ability to solve problems directly onsite.

Key Responsibilities

Project Ownership

• Lead day-to-day coordination and execution of new facility deployments.

• Serve as the accountable owner of the project critical path, ensuring sequencing, milestones, and dependencies remain on track.

• Maintain project schedules and keep stakeholders informed of progress and risks.

• Monitor budgets, identify cost concerns early, and support change-order management.

• Manage logistics including site staging, deliveries, laydown areas, and contractor access.

Field Leadership

• Act as the onsite point of contact throughout deployment phases.

• Build effective working relationships with contractors, utilities, inspectors, and local officials.

• Ensure field work meets safety, quality, and performance expectations.

• Model and reinforce TLM’s standards across all onsite activities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Engineering, Construction, Procurement, and Production to ensure site needs are understood and met.

• Align timelines and deliverables across teams to support smooth project execution.

• Coordinate technical requirements and field readiness activities leading up to equipment installation.

• Support internal handoffs throughout deployment, ensuring continuity from planning to startup.

Operational Readiness

• Prepare the facility for commissioning and turnover to Production.

• Organize documentation, closeout tasks, and readiness checks for final acceptance.

Who You Are

• Strong communicator who works well with a wide range of partners and personalities.

• Passionate about building factories that will rebuild America’s industrial base.

• Organized and capable of bringing clarity to fast-changing environments.

• Comfortable working in rural locations and spending extended periods onsite.

• Proactive problem-solver with strong ownership and follow-through.

• Learn quickly and adapt to new technical and operational concepts.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, field operations, construction coordination, or similar roles.

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

• Strong relationship building and communication skills.

• Ability to travel extensively and work onsite for extended periods.

Location & Travel
This is a field-based position requiring significant travel and extended onsite presence during active deployment phases.

Compensation
The expected annual base salary for this position starts at $120,000. 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, vision)

• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage

• The opportunity to help shape the future of 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.