West Fraser Newberry , SC 29108
Posted 2 weeks ago
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd. is an integrated forest products company producing lumber, wood chips, fiberboard, plywood, pulp, and newsprint. Today, the company carries on its operations through subsidiary companies and joint ventures owned directly or indirectly by the company's principal operating subsidiary West Fraser Mills. West Fraser, Inc. is the company's wholly-owned subsidiary in the United States. The business has 21 lumber-producing locations throughout the U.S. South.
Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent in this full-time role, the successful candidate will lead a 3rd Shift maintenance crew of Millwrights, Electricians, Welders, and Contractors. Higher consideration will be granted to those who have previous experience in the wood remanufacturing sector in a Sawmill, Planer Mill, or forest products.
Here's What You'll Do:
Achieving Maintenance goals with the highest regard for employee safety;
Capable of supporting troubleshooting & observations of machine centers with shift supervisors and other maintenance staff to ensure production and quality standards are met;
Managing the department cost in an aggressive manner assuring optimum manufacturing unit cost; develop, and educate key metrics.
Maintenance Planning, planning non-emergency maintenance, coordinating PM routes;
Effectively communicating goals and/or instructions;
Managing conflicts
Supervising Weekend Maintenance and Cleanup personnel
Maintenance of sawmill equipment (this includes but is not limited to De-Barkers, Gang Edgers, Trimmer, Sorter, Stacker, Conveyors, Chippers, Blowers, Hydraulic Systems, and Pneumatic Systems)
Safety of the crew (Lock-Out Procedures, Field Level Hazard & Risk Assessments (FLHRA), Safety Audits)
Training/mentoring apprentices
Creating and planning improvement projects
Managing parts with our purchaser
Scheduling and attendance
Will include periodic weekend coverage
Inspecting completed work
Measures and Performance:
Safety/environmental compliance
Interpersonal skills
Maintenance/departmental cost
Quality
Employee training and development
Production, grade recovery and downtime
Maintenance & appearance of production/plant equipment
Here's What You'll Need:
Prior Journeyman Electrician or Millwright
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Well organized
Minimum of five years (plus) of industrial experience
Leadership and communication skills
Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and background
What Will Make You Standout:
Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company matching & retirement contribution
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Invitation to Apply:
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of oriented strand board.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)
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