Millar Western’s Fox Creek Wood Products Division, at Fox Creek, AB, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Superintendent. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing a cohesive team of maintenance personnel, while also developing and managing budgets and maintaining a professional work environment focused on safety and product quality. This individual will also be responsible for the implementation and ongoing management of preventative maintenance processes at the company’s sawmill while coordinating day-to-day maintenance activities for the maintenance shift. He or she will work closely with production personnel, to ensure key performance targets are met in a safe, cost-effective manner.
The ideal candidate: Applicants should have several years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in a sawmill environment. A trades qualification as well as experience with SAP and/or other computerized maintenance systems is required. Excellent analytical, trouble shooting, interpersonal, communication and computer skills are essential.
Why work for us?
Millar Western is a privately-owned, Alberta-based company that has been active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating high-tech lumber and pulp mills supplied by woodlands teams recognized for leadership in sustainable management, the company provides stable full-time employment to more than 600 people at operations located in lively, friendly, communities that offer excellent quality of life.
The company offers:
- an industry-leading wage and benefits program, that includes a pension plan, comprehensive dental and health insurance and a profit-sharing plan
- a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction, Work Safe Alberta and the Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces
- a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
- a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps
This position is located in Fox Creek Alberta, a vibrant community 250 km northwest of Edmonton.
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Send resume and cover letter to: dmacdonald@millarwestern.com
Note: This is a full-time, permanent position. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to the area.
Millar Western thanks all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.