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Maintenance Superintendent - Sawmill

  • Job#241028MS – Maintenance Superintendent- Lumber
  • Advertised Location: United States
  • Industry: Lumber
  • Wage: $110,000 - $150,000 / Year salary, benefits, plus bonus, and relocation assistance as necessary.  Salary, bonus and benefits commensurate with experience
  • Education Required: High School diploma required.  Trade certification as a Millwright or Electrician, or an equivalent combination of experience and education is required
  • Years Experience Required: A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in industrial sawmilling maintenance, including significant supervisory experience.


To Apply Click HereIf you are interested in this job and have the required skills, please submit your resume in MS Word 

Description:

The Maintenance Superintendent in South Carolina will play a crucial role on our Plant Management Team, tasked with developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive maintenance programs to ensure peak equipment reliability and efficiency. Responsibilities will include overseeing the Maintenance Department, championing workplace safety, driving project planning, and leading our maintenance initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive sawmill maintenance experience, exceptional leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to build and optimize our maintenance systems and preventative programs. This role offers an opportunity to thrive in a positive, goal-oriented environment dedicated to continuous improvement and achieving excellence.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma required.  Trade certification as a Millwright or Electrician, or an equivalent combination of experience and education is required
  • A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in industrial sawmilling maintenance, including significant supervisory experience.
  • A deep understanding of optimization equipment, processes, and business acumen.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a talent for fostering cohesive, high-performing teams.
  • Extensive experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and preventative maintenance program development.
  • Ideally, experience in vibration analysis and predictive maintenance, with a focus on failure analysis and lubrication.  Experience with thermography would also be considered an asset.
  • Proven expertise in safety management, leadership, and team development.

Responsibilities:

  • Working alongside senior management to strategize equipment and technological enhancements.
  • Providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for supervisory personnel.
  • Providing direction, training, and unwavering support to our maintenance personnel, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
  • Facilitating seamless communication and coordination with Production departments to maximize equipment availability and efficiency.
  • Ensuring the highest level of workplace safety and prioritizing the well-being of our team members above all else.
  • Ensuring full compliance with environmental permits, government regulations, and corporate policies.
  • Developing, implementing, and refining effective preventative maintenance programs to optimize equipment performance and longevity.
  • Contributing to the development and management of annual budgets and cost control programs to drive sustainable growth.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve targets in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement.

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