Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

Kruger Products Inc.; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Customizable benefits

Wellness credit

Performance-based bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation recognition

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kruger Products Inc. is seeking an E&I Supervisor to lead electrical and instrumentation operations, oversee safety and SAP-based maintenance, and coordinate with production teams to ensure continuous mill operations.

The role requires strong leadership, PLC knowledge, and on-call availability. The position offers a competitive compensation package with a starting range around $110,000, plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma in electrical power and instrumentation or a related field is an asset.
• Red Seal Ticket in Electrical or Instrumentation.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley or others).
• Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate work with maintenance and production teams.
• Available to be on an on-call list for weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and supervise job sites.
• Coordinate with scheduling and planning departments for smooth operations.
• Oversee safety, training and deployment within the department.
• Perform analyses of electrical issues and update production equipment plans.
• Be the main contact for high-voltage power at the mill.
• Manage work orders and shop supplies.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical knowledge

PLC knowledge

Communication skills

On-call flexibility

Education

Diploma in electrical power/instrumentation

Red Seal Ticket in Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

PLCs (Allen Bradley)

Job description

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere®, Purex®, Scotties®, SpongeTowels®, Bonterra®, White Cloud®, as well as products for use away from home. We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. Our headquarters is in Mississauga, ON, and we proudly have nearly 3,000 employees across North America, including 10 manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee. Kruger Products is investing in our manufacturing facilities with the latest technology. As an industry leader in this space, we are pushing innovation through Operational Excellence and the integration of digital & automation solutions. We also continue to invest in ways to further our commitment to a culture of health and safety - for everyone, by everyone, and in everything we do.

Reporting to the E&I Superintendent the E&I Supervisor is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical and instrumentation equipment, as well as electrical power distribution to the mill and offices. They also oversee the safety, training and deployment of the department’s workforce. They are responsible for the tasks required to fully operate the computerized maintenance management system (SAP).

What You Can Expect…

• Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations
• Guide your actions and strategies in line with our management philosophy of versatility, flexibility, teamwork, collaboration and operational excellence.
• Supervise daily operations, coordinate with the scheduling department, and provide day-to-day job site supervision.
• Perform in-depth analyses of various electrical problems, resolve them and update production equipment plans
• Be one of the people of contact for high-voltage power at the mill.
• Help resolve equipment efficiency and improvement issues
• Work order planning
• Attend shut down planning meetings with all other areas
• Order and maintain shop supplies and tool inventories
• Create and issue permits as required (i.e. lock outs, confined space entry, hot work, elevated heights)
• Active involvement in the safety program and employee observation.

What We Expect…

• Diploma in electrical power and instrumentation or a related field is an asset.
• Red Seal Ticket in Electrical or Instrumentation.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (a definite asset)
• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley or others)
• Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate work with maintenance and production teams.
• Available to be on an on-call list for weekend rotation.

What’s In It For You...

At Kruger Products, we see greatness in everyone and what they bring to the organization. We monitor the market to ensure our total compensation practices are competitive. The starting range for this role is $110,000 or higher, depending on your experience. Our pay philosophy is to attract the best talent at the best pay while offering real opportunities for career advancement. Performance and ideas that make us better are recognized. Compensation is more than just salary. Here’s what else we offer:

• Customizable benefits programs to fit your lifestyle
• $300 annual Personal Wellness credit
• Performance-based bonus program
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Vacation eligibility recognizing previous years of experience
• Prepare for your future with a defined contribution retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance to help further your growth

Our mission is to make everyday life more comfortable. Together we bring this mission to life. As an ever-evolving business, there are always exciting new challenges, diverse career paths, and opportunities to innovate. Be part of a recognized employer – Greater Toronto Top Employer since 2013, Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies since 2018, and Forbes Best Employers in Canada.

Join Kruger Products and Expect to do Something Great.

Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under KP’s Accessibility Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 1.04.33. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products. Only selected candidates will be invited to an interview.