Sawmill Maintenance Supervisor — 7-on 7-off, Safety‑Driven

J.D. Irving, Limited; Ashland (ME); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the sawmill maintenance team and maximize equipment reliability.

You will oversee millwrights and technicians, manage preventive maintenance schedules, and coordinate rapid troubleshooting for heavy wood-processing machinery. The role emphasizes safety via strict LOTO enforcement, collaboration with production teams, and minimizing downtime to keep mill operations efficient.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a technical degree or trade certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years hands-on industrial maintenance experience, preferably in sawmill, lumber, or heavy manufacturing; supervisory experience required.
• Strong safety focus with understanding of behavior-based safety programs.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, hydraulics, pneumatics, and CMMS experience.
• Willingness to learn, career development mindset, multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Oversee repair and servicing of sawmill machinery including de-barkers, trimmers, sorters, stackers, chippers, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians, millwrights, and apprentices.
• Enforce safety protocols, conduct safety audits, and perform risk assessments (LOTO).
• Coordinate non-emergency maintenance routes, manage preventive maintenance tasks, and adjust plans for emergencies.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to align maintenance windows with operational targets and minimize downtime.
• Track replacement parts with purchasing teams and help manage department repair budgets.
• Occasional fieldwork and travel may be required domestically and internationally.

Description du poste

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the sawmill maintenance team and maximize equipment reliability.

You will oversee millwrights and technicians, manage preventive maintenance schedules, and coordinate rapid troubleshooting for heavy wood-processing machinery. The role emphasizes safety via strict LOTO enforcement, collaboration with production teams, and minimizing downtime to keep mill operations efficient.