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West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in Canada, USA, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

Grande Prairie OSB division is recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing safety leadership, technical direction and supervision of the Mechanical Maintenance Team.

• Working with Team Members - ensure a safe work environment by coaching safe work practices, participating in safety observations & incident reviews, training & development and enforcing safety expectations.
• Build your team with relationships based upon trust, caring and integrity and assist with career development of Team Members.
• Work collaboratively with operations, project development & planning, quality and procurement Teams to effectively maintain mill equipment.
• Participate in full-cycle process of identifying, planning, installing and reviewing capital projects and equipment maintenance.
• Work with reliability & maintenance planning to coordinate preventative & predictive maintenance programs to achieve uptime targets.
• Responding to changing priorities and operating conditions to meet business needs.

• Certified Millwright with 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preference given to those with forest product experience
• Steadfast commitment to safety and ability to effectively coach / reinforce safety expectations
• Innovative leadership and mentorship skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving, planning, and organizational skills
• Experience with mobile equipment maintenance would be a strong asset
• Strong communication skills (written / verbal) and proficient computer skills

• Salary range for this position may vary depending on experience and education.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and more.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

• This position will be located at our West Fraser Grande Prairie, Alberta OSB facility
• The Maintenance Supervisor must be capable of working in an OSB manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, temperature variances, heights, stairways and grated elevated walkways, confined spaces, odors and the physical ability to travel through our industrial facility and lift / carry reasonable weights.
• Although the work schedule is primarily Monday to Friday, flexibility is required to respond to immediate business needs and events to support a 24/7/365 manufacturing facility.

Grande Prairie, Alberta is one of Canada’s fastest growing cities with a population of 70 000. Located less than 5 hours northwest of Edmonton in the “Peace Country Region”; Grande Prairie is the ‘hub’ for northern Alberta & northeastern BC; with infrastructure to support a population base of over 300 000.

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fiberboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.