Maintenance Supervisor - (Chilco)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance department and maintenance business processes. They assist with the leadership of a team of technicians implementing best practices to optimize workflow.  There is a significant focus on overseeing business processes through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).  This position will plan and coordinate mill maintenance, delegate responsibilities, and organize the department and its employees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.

• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.

• Train and educate team members on equipment repairs and delegate responsibilities.
• Document and schedule preventative equipment maintenance.
• Proactive leadership that fosters teamwork and enhances IFG culture and standards including knowledge of IFG KPIs.
• Prepare various reports for maintenance KPI and business process results.
• Work closely with other supervisors and QC to identify complex equipment problems and create a plan for repair, improvement opportunities, and solutions.
• Partner with Department Manager to meet budget goals.
• Assist in ordering parts and materials as needed to ensure inventory of critical spare parts. 
• Maintain department shift schedules, timekeeping, and requests.
• As a working supervisor, work alongside technicians to train, coach, evaluate performance and counsel team members.
• Assist with development of skills and training including apprenticeships, job progression work-up program and vendor provided training opportunities.
• Assist in utilization of computerized maintenance management system, including preventative and corrective work orders, repair histories, parts inventory and key reports related to machine center costs, downtime and completion of PM’s.
• Actively address safety concerns through reporting, incident investigation and risk management.
• Duties may vary by location.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of maintenance experience.
• Previous leadership experience.

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.  
  • Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and safety protocols.
• Soft Skills:
  •  Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve a common goal.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.
  • Problem-solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges creatively and effectively.
  • Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Examples include time management, multitasking, and production targets.

• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.
• Ability to work various shifts/days as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal maintenance training and/or completed apprenticeship program.
• General understanding of OSHA requirements, LOTO procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of plant equipment and operation, and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist – occasional
• Twist upper body – occasional
• Stoop - occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – frequent for clerical duties
• Stand/walk – occasional
• Sit – frequent
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.