Maintenance Supervisor - Princeton, Bc

At 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. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards innovation. We are looking for people who can contribute, grow, think and create. Our associates are the real reason we have been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world.

Weyerhaeuser in Princeton, BC is seeking to add a Maintenance Supervisor / Reliability Leader to its lumber manufacturing team. The successful candidate will have proven abilities or exceptional aptitude in safety leadership, reliability/maintenance practices, team development and technical capabilities with experience working in an industrial setting. We are looking for someone who can lead our maintenance team to world class execution of standard manufacturing and maintenance practices to improve our processes and increase reliability. Competent in all areas of maintaining strong working relationships, maintenance processes, and administration, the successful candidate will have the ability to grow and develop as a leader within the company.

Princeton, BC is a historic town of approximately 2,700 people nestled in the Similkameen region next to the Similkameen and Tulameen rivers. It is surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of rich forest and several lakes, host to cross country skiing, golfing, fishing/hunting, and camping. For those who desire a faster pace, Princeton is 110 kms from Osoyoos and Penticton (wine country), 162 kms from Kelowna and 284 kms to Vancouver. Living here means access to the Kettle Valley Rail path and some of BC’s greatest outdoor adventures. http://www.princeton.ca/home

Key Functions

• Responsible for the development of maintenance leaders and associates through clear expectations, leading by example, performance reviews, coaching and other professional approaches
• Contribute toward strategic planning process to include providing input, direction and solutions to issues based on analytical data
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with operations and maintenance personnel, corporate resources, peers, and senior leadership to continuously improve mill operations to improve reliability
• Facilitates fact-based meetings with maintenance, production, leadership to identify priorities and plans to improve, implements and leads the plans, and documents and tracks progress
• Safely delivering operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Remain current and up to date on changing technical, reliability and maintenance management improvements in the industry
• Role model all safety standards/processes and on-the-job behavior by living our core values, people principles, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
• Share responsibility for attaining a world class reliability culture
• Continuously improve our preventative and predictive maintenance program following "best maintenance practices" and utilizing SAP
• Practice responsible financial management in the execution of maintenance reliability functions
• As necessary, own or contribute to other mill functions, such as Health and Safety Committee activities or environmental initiatives.
• Leading a team of ~20 tradespeople in delivering work execution excellence
• Ensure teams have safety understanding, alignment, and engagement

Job

Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Primary Location

CAN-BC-Princeton

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

Day (1st)

Relocation Assistance

Available

The Following Qualifications Are Required

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable in the areas of electrical, mechanical and PLC programming
• Journeyman / Red Seal
• Proven expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance methods
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Office, other windows based programs and internet skills
• Must have track record of consistently demonstrating leadership skills as well as positive influence and accomplishments in proactively influencing safety, environmental, quality, productivity and people development
• Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
• Ability to identify root cause of problems and effectively initiate immediate corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
• Work related experience in leading and ensuring compliance with safety initiatives
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
• Strong work ethic, good judgment and decision-making skills
• Minimum 3 years experience in a supervisory role in an industrial environment

The Following Qualifications Are Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Able and willing to perform the essential job requirements such as working at heights, climbing stairs, working in extreme heat or cold, or working in confined/restricted spaces.
• Demonstrated results in achieving and sustaining business goals
• Working knowledge of business and financial concepts

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.

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.

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.