Sawmill Maintenance Supervisor - Safety & Efficiency

West Fraser; Leola (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

401k with company match

Medical

Dental

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a maintenance supervisor for our Arkansas operation. The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and proactive maintenance planning to meet production and quality standards.

You will guide a team, work with shift supervisors and maintenance staff, and drive cost-efficient operations. The ideal candidate has at least five years of industrial experience, Journeyman Electrician or Millwright background, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years (plus) of industrial experience.
• Leadership and communication skills required.
• Two or Four-year degree preferred.
• Prior Journeyman Electrician or Millwright experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Achieving maintenance goals with a focus on employee safety.
• Support troubleshooting and observations of machine centers with shift supervisors and maintenance staff to meet production and quality standards.
• Manage department costs and educate key metrics.
• Plan maintenance and coordinate non-emergency PM routes.
• Communicate goals and instructions effectively.
• Supervise Maintenance and Cleanup personnel on varying schedules.
• Oversee contractor safety through active leadership.
• Maintain sawmill equipment (e.g., De-Barkers, Gang Edgers, Trimmer, Conveyors, Chippers).
• Ensure crew safety through lock-out procedures and field level risk assessments.
• Arrange West Fraser training and mentor apprentices.
• Plan improvement projects and manage parts with the purchaser.
• Schedule and track attendance; occasional weekend coverage.
• Inspect completed work.

Skills

Well organized

Leadership

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two-year degree preferred

Four-year degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

West Fraser is seeking a maintenance supervisor for our Arkansas operation. The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and proactive maintenance planning to meet production and quality standards.

You will guide a team, work with shift supervisors and maintenance staff, and drive cost-efficient operations. The ideal candidate has at least five years of industrial experience, Journeyman Electrician or Millwright background, and strong communication skills.