Reliability Supervisor - Jobs in Blue Ridge

Job Description

West Fraser Ranger Board MDF division is seeking individuals with strong leadership, planning, organization, and interpersonal skills to fill the following position:RELIABILITY COORDINATORReporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will have strong mechanical knowledge, exemplary computer skills, a passion for reliability, an attitude that all failures are preventable, effective problem-solving skills, and a desire to improve processes/equipment. Ranger Board MDF provides an exciting and collaborative work environment for individuals seeking challenge and growth.Responsibilities:

• Directly supervising a Reliability Engineer, a Lubrication Technician, and Mill Stores Purchaser
• Motivating and mentoring direct reports and others on the proper methods and benefits of a world-class reliability program
• Managing performance expectations for direct reports and driving results following department and divisional goals
• Ensuring direct reports are safely, effectively, and efficiently completing work while adhering to all West Fraser standards
• Collaborating with maintenance personnel, the maintenance planner, and other supervisors to help drive issue resolution and actions to completion
• Leading and participating in root cause investigations
• Following procedures and processes for reliability activities and creating/distributing failure-finding reports to all stakeholders
• Develop a downtime tracking system
• Providing and executing reliability improvement ideas
• Review of the existing lubrication practices and providing recommendations for improvements
• Organizing reliability training opportunities for employees
• Providing input on scheduling activities
• Working with stakeholders to ensure mill inventory is adequate and optimized
• Develop a critical spare list and reliability-driven storage practices
• Completing field safety and work quality audits
• Ensuring direct report #39;s training is up to date

Our ideal candidate would have:

• Possess an Engineering Degree, Engineering Technologist Diploma, or Red Seal Trade certification from an accredited institution
• Have a supervisory experience
• Have experience with reliability systems and technologies currently available
• Have experience in an industrial environment
• Be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Be able to communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Be open to new ideas and willing to discuss ideas presented in a meaningful way
• Have excellent computer skills
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills
• Demonstrate leadership abilities
• Have the desire to learn, grow, and succeed
• Embody the West Fraser Core Values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Humility, Frugality and Having Fun!

Our highly competitive compensation package includes:

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays

Location Summary:Blue Ridge is a family-friendly community located 30km West of the Town of Mayerthorpe and 30 km East of Whitecourt in Northwest Alberta. The area offers year-round recreational activities and outdoor pursuits. Our mill and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in Blue Ridge, Mayerthorpe, Whitecourt, and the surrounding areas. See more at whitecourt.ca and mayerthorpe.caAbout West Fraser:West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are listed on the TSX, NYSE and recognized as one of Canada #39;s Top 100 Employers for the eleventh time. Our goals are straightforward - leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, and strength in products.West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe.West Fraser continues to invest in our manufacturing facilities to ensure they are modern and competitive. We have a sustainable forestry practice and continue to innovate our processes and diversify our products, including investing in bioenergy.We believe strongly in promoting from within and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser offers an excellent compensation package, including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan.West Fraser believes inclusive and diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that reflect the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.Apply now at https://www.westfraser.com/careers and discover more about our current opportunities!Internal Applicants, click here: https://t11.ultipro.caDiscover more about West Fraser #39;s current initiatives, opportunities, and more, by visiting us on LinkedIn and Facebook.Leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in products.