Electrical Maintenance Supervisor (Escanaba, MI)

Billerud Finland Oy; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Performance based bonus eligibility

Multiple medical plans

Generous 401(k) offerings

Job summary

Billerud Finland Oy is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to manage the E/I Maintenance for the E-3 System in Escanaba, MI. This role involves supervising maintenance teams, promoting safe work practices, and planning work efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience and knowledge of the pulp and paper production processes. Join a company that values impactful work and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience required.
• Advanced schooling in an electrical-related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure safe work practices.
• Manage E/I Maintenance for the E-3 System.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams.
• Plan and supervise work for area E&I craftsmen.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical abilities

Computer skills (SAP, Microsoft Office)

Problem solving

Technical knowledge of pulp and paper processes

Team interaction

Knowledge of frequency drives

Knowledge of power distribution systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field or equivalent years of experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor (Escanaba, MI)

Job Description

Summary Description:
The Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, reporting to the Front-End Maintenance Manager, manages E/I Maintenance as part of the maintenance team for the E-3 System including the Roll Wrapping and Shipping area. This position plans work and supervises the area E&I craftsmen.

Key Accountabilities

• This position will promote and ensure safe work practices, as well as engaging team members to drive continuous improvement.
• Interface with and support operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Leads safety initiatives and actively coaches safe behaviors.
• Build employee engagement and development programs to create high skill level and maximum versatility.
• Understand and follow best-in-class maintenance practices throughout the mill.
• Own area backlog by planning and scheduling weekly as well as planned outage work.
• Own continuous improvement in planned outage efficiency and execution.
• Collaborate with operations, other maintenance supervision and maintenance teams to implement planned work, emergency work and preventative maintenance schedules as required.
• Interface with engineering, vendors, in-house crafts and outside contractors to support maintenance projects throughout area of responsibility.
• Provide technical manpower support to assist capital projects.
• Provide weekend coverage on a rotating basis; rotating weekends included.
• Must be able to move about the mill freely (extensive walking, climb ladders and stairs, etc.) and able to tolerate temperature extremes.

Required Experience and Education

• 3-5 years of Industrial electrical experience required
• Advanced schooling in an electrical related field is preferred but not required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field or equivalent years of experience.

Travel: Negligible

Required Skills

• Exceptional leadership, analytical abilities and computer skills (SAP, Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office, Excel.
• Experience creating and managing work orders, job plans, and maintenance schedules in SAP (or similar CMMS).
• Strong technical, problem solving, decision‑making ability.
• Self‑starter able to work effectively with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Knowledge of pulp and paper production processes.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and work in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple time sensitive issues affecting daily operations.
• Knowledge of frequency drives, DC drives, and synchronous controls
• Knowledge of power distribution systems / motor control centers
• Knowledge of Instrumentation and PLC’s

Application Information

Equal Employment Opportunity: Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Benefits

• Impactful Work – Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career Growth – Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement and certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive Compensation – Performance based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Comprehensive Benefits –

Comprehensive Benefits Details

• Multiple medical plans with virtual care options
• Generous 401(k) offerings
• HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution
• Dental & vision coverage
• Company paid disability insurance
• Prescription benefits