Electrical Supervisor

Boise Cascade; Thorsby (AL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Prescription Drug

401(k) Retirement Savings with company

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Boise Cascade is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor for a 24/7 mill operation in Thorsby, Alabama. You will lead hourly maintenance personnel, develop preventive and repair programs, and ensure safe, efficient electrical system operation.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement while managing budgets and coordinating across teams. A strong background in industrial electrical systems is required, including PLCs, VFDs, and HMIs.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent experience in maintenance related field.
• Extensive preventive maintenance experience and project management skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical maintenance teams to ensure safe operation.
• Develop and manage preventive and repair maintenance programs.
• Monitor project budgets and resource allocation.
• Coach electricians and coordinate daily tasks.
• Diagnose complex electrical issues and implement timely fixes.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Leadership

Project management

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

HMIs

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $78,000 USD to $114,700 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ELECT008679

Description

Target Range $78,000 - $114,700

Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a Electrical Maintenance Supervisor.

Scope

Responsible for overall electrical maintenance in a mill that operates twenty-four hours a day. Develop, administer, and manage preventive and repair maintenance programs. Coordinate the daily activities of hourly electrical maintenance personnel. Communicate with plant personnel on overall electrical issues to aid process improvement. This position requires a strong commitment to safety and quality.

• Duties: Manage installation, maintenance, and repair teams to ensure safe, compliant operation of industrial electrical systems and equipment. Oversight of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Financial: Monitor project budgets.
• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of electricians, ensuring productivity and adherence to safety protocols. Develop work assignments and review work performed. Demonstrate strongcommunication, organization, and personnel management skills.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosecomplex electrical malfunctions and implement immediate repairs to minimize operational downtime. Ensure preventative maintenance programs are developed and in place.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depthunderstanding of industrial electrical systems (Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and HMIs), and proficient understanding of mechanical systems to complement electrical knowledge.
• Safety: Must demonstrate exemplary safety performance and lead the way for the team to work safely.
• Continuous Improvement: Must be committed to leading a reliability-based facility to minimize equipment downtime.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: College degree, or equivalent work experience in related job function. Successful candidate will have extensive preventive maintenance experience, as well as project management, planning, and problem solving skills; excellent communication skills and experience with employee involvement activities; demonstrated excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and follow-up procedures; strong leadership qualities relating to coaching and counseling, promoting a culture that supports an environment of total quality; a focus on safety; a strong desire to facilitate change through continuous improvement in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications: B.S. degree in Engineering, Science or related field preferred. More than five (5) years’ experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment preferred. Prior supervisory or lead person experience in a maintenance environment preferred.

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for decades. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

Education

Associates or better in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field.

Experience

Required

5 years: Experience in a manufacturing setting

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