Maintenance Superintendent

Collins co; California (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins co, located in California, is seeking a Superintendent to oversee maintenance programs in wood products manufacturing. The role involves planning and supervising mechanical repairs, ensuring a safe working environment, and engaging in continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, prior experience in a similar role, and knowledge of maintenance procedures. Salary is competitive based on experience, ranging from $115k to $130k.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate team members.
• Prior experience in wood products manufacturing facilities.
• Working knowledge of effective preventative/predictive maintenance methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily repair and maintenance for the facility.
• Engage in safety training and motivate employees.
• Prepare reports and analyze data for plant improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Knowledge of maintenance procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Education

Experience as a maintenance superintendent or supervisor

Training in preventive/predictive maintenance

Tools

Maintenance management software (CMMS)

Job description

Founded in 1855, Collins is family-owned and produces softwood and hardwood products at their facilities in Chester, California, Lakeview, Oregon and Kane, Pennsylvania. In Chester, Collins has the Builders Supply retail hardware and building materials store. Collins is highly respected for their sustainable forest management, practiced across their 370,000 acres of FSC®-certified lands in California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania.

Position Summary:

The Superintendent supervises maintenance programs, processes, and personnel in a wood products manufacturing facility. Personnel in the Maintenance Department including an electrical supervisor, planner/schedule, maintenance supervisor, millwrights, mechanics, electricians and oilers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and supervise daily, weekly, and other periodic mechanical repair and maintenance for the facility.
• Lead a safe working environment:
  • train workers on safety, repair, maintenance techniques, operational procedures, and equipment use.
  • motivate employees to lead the operation to superior safety performance.
  • engage in continuing education and improvement to processes and work procedures.
  • lead safety behavior by example.
• Actively engage in improving maintenance programs and planning and scheduling functions.
• Identify capital improvements and provide project management for capital projects.
• Prepare reports, analyze data, and make recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance-related problems.
• Promote communication between departments to ensure alignment of maintenance needs and priorities.
• Review employee time and attendance reports.
• Perform additional duties as required by Operations Manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor maintenance staff.
  • Responsible for performance management of direct reports in accordance with company values, objectives, and policies.
  • Provide mentoring, coaching, training, and support consistent with developing and sustaining a high-performing and accountable team.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate team members.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment.
• Strong reasoning and problem‑solving skills; ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead change.
• Availability to lead repairs of mechanical breakdowns.
• Working knowledge of maintenance procedures and preventative/predictive maintenance associated with the above‑mentioned programs and processes.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability to provide own basic tools.

Education and Experience:

• Prior experience as a maintenance superintendent, maintenance supervisor or maintenance lead in a wood products manufacturing facility, including work on sawmill machinery, steam systems, kilns, boilers, dust collection, and fire prevention systems.
• Experience using maintenance management software preferred (CMMS).
• Working knowledge of effective preventative/predictive maintenance methodologies and processes.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable weather and temperatures.

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

Individuals must always wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, and a face shield.

Salary DOE ($115k-$130k)

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