Maintenance Supervisor - Lean Mill Team Leader

Vaagen Brothers Lumber; Colville (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. is a family-owned wood products manufacturer in northeastern Washington with a long history of lean transformation and strong safety culture.

The Supervisor in the Maintenance Department will lead the team, fostering a culture of teamwork and cooperation among major processing segments and maintenance staff across mill sites. A successful candidate will elevate maintenance practices, support production goals, and solve problems while maintaining safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in an industrial setting.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to coach, train, mentor, and document performance and training.
• Proven ability to coordinate with multiple departments and maintenance staff.
• Strong problem solving and root-cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and lead by example.
• Coach, teach, and train team members across maintenance activities and coordination with other departments.
• Attend daily huddles to support maintenance and production goals.
• Conduct weekly Gemba Walks with Plant Manager and others as needed.
• Create and track maintenance metrics, drive continuous improvement.
• Align team schedules with equipment availability and production needs.
• Foster pride, ownership, and trust within the department and across operating areas.
• Analyze causes of issues and implement corrective actions for recurring problems.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Safety

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. is a family-owned wood products manufacturer in northeastern Washington with a long history of lean transformation and strong safety culture.

The Supervisor in the Maintenance Department will lead the team, fostering a culture of teamwork and cooperation among major processing segments and maintenance staff across mill sites. A successful candidate will elevate maintenance practices, support production goals, and solve problems while maintaining safety and productivity.