Maintenance Manager in Medford, Oregon at Boise Cascade Company

Boise Cascade is seeking an accomplished Maintenance/Reliability Manager to lead the maintenance teams at our Plywood manufacturing facilities in Medford, Oregon. If you’re a results-driven leader with a passion for reliability-centered maintenance and a background in wood products or manufacturing, we invite you to apply to join our team.

About the Role:

As Maintenance/Reliability Manager, you’ll provide strategic and hands-on leadership to all maintenance functions—driving operational efficiency by developing maintenance strategies and leading reliability initiatives including equipment reliability, operational uptime, analyzing performance data, and team engagement. You’ll champion Boise Cascade’s Core Values: Integrity, Safety, Respect, and Excellence, while shaping a culture centered on safety, continuous improvement, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled team (millwrights, electricians, mechanics, technicians) to achieve optimal plant performance and reliability.
• Oversee and prioritize all aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance, including shutdowns, equipment upgrades, predictive and preventative maintenance, and process improvements.
• Champion reliability-centered maintenance strategies that reduce unplanned downtime and extend asset life.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and environmental teams to drive plant efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Manage project construction, vendor coordination, new equipment installations, and continuous process upgrades.
• Standardize parts and procedures, implement training, and stay current on technology advancements for enhanced reliability.
• Monitor costs, maintain budgets, and ensure all projects and repairs meet required timelines and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring (minimum education and experience):

• BS degree in Engineering, Science, or related field preferred.
• Seven (7)+ years’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with three (3)+ years in a supervisory role strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing maintenance—preferably in wood products or related industries.
• Demonstrated success in building and sustaining reliability-focused maintenance programs.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of preventative maintenance, OSHA/plant safety, and regulatory compliance.

Why Boise Cascade?

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today, we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our employees are critical to our success, and we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety. We call it Total Rewards.

Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary: $130,000–$160,000 (DOQ)
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off/holidays, life and disability insurance, and more.
• Boise Cascade has been named “The Best Place to Work in Southern Oregon” for the last (3) three years.
• Southern Oregon lifestyle: Enjoy the region’s outdoor recreation, community spirit, and quality of life.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re committed to operational excellence and reliability and want to help shape the future of wood products manufacturing, apply today with your resume and completed application. To ensure consideration, a completed resume and application must be received. Incomplete or late applications and/or resumes will not be accepted or considered for review.

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