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POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for assigning work to and daily training of maintenance millwrights to ensure work is completed in a timely, safe, and professional manner.

Internally the position interfaces with co-workers and employees to ensure the smooth operation of the facility, coordinates work with production to prevent unnecessary down time, and adjusts work schedules to accommodate emergency breakdowns.

Primary challenges to this position include meeting production targets, maintaining staffing requirements within budget, meeting quality guidelines and maintaining alignment between all departments through effective communication.

The position has the authority to train and direct the workforce within the prescribed policies, procedures, and regulations of the operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety

Ensure the Maintenance Department operates in a safe manner in accordance to work safe rules, regulations, and policies;

Assure that all tools used by millwrights are in safe working condition

Work with all staff and employees to recognize and eliminate safety hazards;

Ensure employees and trained in safe work practices and are compliant with regulations and policies

To ensure that all aspects of the mills established safety program are delivered to employees in a timely and effective manner;

Communicate with crew on topics of safety, continuous improvement opportunities, and direction of department People Leadership

Support employee development through coaching, feedback and performance management.

Oversee the day to day activities of direct reports

Responsible for the training and development of team members

Ensure employees are managed consistently and in accordance with the Collective Agreement, company policies, or local laws

Perform competency evaluations for hourly employees

Operational

Through effective leadership meet or exceed product quality and shift production goals.

Coordinate with mill departments to ensure continuous improvement.

Manage review and follow up processes to ensure highest possible recovery from production and operations.

Ensure machinery settings are adjusted on a regular basis so as to maintain optimum production and product quality.

Provide the necessary information input to generate accurate and complete shift production and safety reports.

Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

University degree or technical diploma an asset

Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes and equipment

3 years production experience or equivalent

Previous supervisory experience as relief supervisor, foreman, lead.

Skills

Proven leadership ability

Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships

Ability to interpret drawings, diagrams, and layouts

Use of diagnostic equipment such as micrometers and dial indicator

Weld and cut

Proficiency with Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Power

Bienville Lumber Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are considered
for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or
any other protected status where otherwise qualified.