West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Hinton Wood Products is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Superintendent.
Reporting directly to the Sawmill Superintendent, this role is a key member of the leadership team. The successful candidate will lead a maintenance department that includes maintenance supervisors (both SM & PL), a reliability coordinator, a maintenance planner & all trades (Millwrights, Welders, & Electricians) for the entire Hinton Wood Products division. We will give higher consideration to candidates with previous experience in the wood remanufacturing sector, including OSB, plywood, Sawmill, Planer Mill, or forest products.
You'll Do:
- Supervising Maintenance supervisors, reliability coordinator, & maintenance planner
- Maintenance of Sawmill & Planer processing equipment
- Safety of the crew supporting supervisors in Lockout Procedures, Field Level Hazard & Risk Assessments (FLHRA), & Safety Audits
- Ensuring Training/mentoring apprentices is consistent
- Supporting and driving reliability & maintenance planning to increase uptime
- Working with maintenance team to resolve issues and guide reliability to true root cause analysis
- Creating and planning improvement projects (capital & noncapital assignments)
- Ensure AON, dust & oil mitigation expectations are met & any action plans are being followed & executed
- Cost Reduction & budgeting
- Manage all key production information for the site
- Build and execute on budget
- Maximizing product quality and recovery
- Ensuring supervisors are managing parts with our purchaser for both sawmill & planer
- Developing a predictive and preventative maintenance program
- Scheduling and attendance
- Teaching and educating supervisors and lead hands on expectations of their role, & new leaders of the future (Personal development plans, Gap analysis, culture, Diversity, Equity &Inclusion, etc)
- Work in conjunction with the planer superintendent on all aspects of the energy plant
You have:
- Certified Tradesperson; preference will be given to Red Seal Millwright or electrician
- Prefer 5-10 years of maintenance supervisory experience
- Strong leadership skills and communication skills
- Commitment to safety
- Proficient in Microsoft, Maximo, Dynastar, & Oracle
- Well-organized
- Able to work in a group as a team player & leader
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and savings plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.
Your Workplace Location:
Experience the allure of the Alberta Rockies with this opportunity in Hinton, Alberta. Just 20 minutes from Jasper National Park and 2.5 hours from Edmonton, Hinton offers a vibrant community of 10,000 residents amidst stunning scenery. Explore more at www.town.hinton.ab.ca. Join us and embrace mountain living at its finest.
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
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