West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Barwick Division is currently recruiting for an Electrical Supervisor.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Electrical Supervisor is responsible to ensure safe and efficient electrical maintenance of the mill. This position supervises a highly qualified electrical team, and utilizes related experience, project management expertise, safety, leadership abilities and a preventative maintenance mindset in a cost-effective manner.

You'll Do:

• Ensures effective electrical planning and implementation in a safe manner;
• Ensures a high degree of operational readiness;
• Supervises electrical and instrumentation departments to improve efficiencies and ultimately reduce cost;
• Disseminates technical knowledge to hourly staff via coaching and in-house training to enhance the technical and troubleshooting skills of team members;
• Leads safety-related inspections and training to enhance and promote the safety culture;
• Assists in troubleshooting electrical, instrumentation, and control issues to minimize downtime due to equipment failure;
• Sources and liaises with outside contractors;
• Prepares proposals and oversees installation of approved improvement projects;
• Monitors and evaluates the performance of installed improvement projects;
• Oversees labour requirements for electrical team providing guidance, direction, mentoring and accountability;
• Participates in regular safety meetings with the mindset all accidents are preventable;

You have:

• Engineering or Journeyman qualification (Electrical) or equivalent.
• Five plus years' experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of industrial experience;
• Prior proven experience as a supervisor and leader
• Demonstrative safety leadership with knowledge of safety procedures
• High awareness of quality control practices
• Experienced in the use of preventative maintenance systems to reduce unscheduled downtime
• Experienced in troubleshooting methods to ensure that uptime, production volume, and quality targets are met
• Can effectively use training resources to maximize technical skills
• Very good team building and motivational skills

Location Summary:

Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, the Barwick Mill is located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border. We are 45 Kilometers west of Fort Frances, Ontario.

About Us:

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world's largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity:

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual's unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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