What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boiler/Kiln Supervisor position at West Fraser?
The Boiler/Kiln Supervisor will be responsible for all functions in the Boiler and Kiln department including safe work practices and procedures, stacking/loading/drying quality, drying practices and kiln schedules, operator scheduling, and coverage.
What you will do:
- Conduct comprehensive system inspection to identify areas of concern and opportunity
- Work with operations to complete detailed safe work procedures
- Monitor and advise on regulations associated with safety and environmental systems
- Ensure that thermal units are tuned for optimum efficiency and lowest potential emissions
- Develop and maintain all process documentation related to our thermal energy and lumber drying systems
- Ensure appropriate records are maintained for the Kiln and boiler
- Kiln Department leader
- Ensure proper inventory management
- Daily quality audits
- Feedback and communication with stacker department
- Yard inspections
- Work practice audits and standardization
- Quality testing
- Interface with leadership and kiln operators
- Maintenance assignments and planning
- Preventative maintenance checks and routines
- Determine and manage critical spare parts inventory, boiler chemical inventory, and Rough lumber inventory
- Train & Certify forklift operators
Skills You will need for Success:
- At least 1-2 years of Boiler management experience
- Excellent team-building and motivational skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Experience and Skills that will make you stand out:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or similar preferred.
- Sawmill or other wood products industry experience.
Awesome Benefits you will get:
- Competitive starting pay
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability,
- Paid vacations and holidays,
- Potential relocation assistance.
West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in North America and Europe. We are the worlds’ largest softwood lumber producer. Our investments include a climate-controlled mill; modern, competitive manufacturing facilities; product innovation; and bioenergy. These investments are adding up to a bright future. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.
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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs
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 believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace
