Electrical Supervisor at Boise Cascade Company – Kettle Falls, Washington

Primary Duties:

This position is responsible for facility electrical maintenance and electrical personnel helping to develop, administer, and manage preventive and repair electrical programs. Coordinates the daily activities of hourly electrical personnel. Must be particularly strong in Electrical maintenance. Communicates with plant personnel on overall electrical issues to aid process improvement. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. This includes supervising electrical personnel, training, personnel development, planning and scheduling, budgeting and cost management and supervising the installation, repair, and maintenance of all equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Complete, coordinate, and prioritize all aspects of plant’s electrical maintenance, shutdowns, projects, new equipment installation, upgrades, equipment repair and rebuilds, plant remodels and expansions, cycle improvements, predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Manage electricians, technicians, equipment mechanics, rolling stock mechanics and cleanup pertaining to electrical maintenance activities.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure plant uptime and efficiency are optimal.
• Ensure the maintenance and repair of equipment and tools at appropriate cost and timeframe.
• Maintains environmental awareness and develop processes that ensure compliance with all environmental laws.
• Standardize electrical and mechanical parts as practicable for all operations and create a cross-reference manual.
• Prepare and deliver training programs for maintenance personnel.
• Participate in the selection, design, installation and debugging of manufacturing equipment. Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment, tools, and supplies. Confer with manufacturers in design or redesign of manufacturing equipment upgrades and assist in equipment selection.
• Manage project construction including vendor evaluation, securing materials, coordinating on-site vendor work, scheduling work, monitoring safety, and assure completed work is in compliance with related permits.
• Maintain and gain relevant knowledge by keeping abreast of technological advances and necessary changes for maximized operating efficiency.
• Assure compliance with recordkeeping requirements affecting the operations and compliance with department budgets.
• Ability to convert relay logic controls to PLC (programmable logic controller) through effective and efficient programming.
• Accountable for problem identification and resolution regarding electrical/computerized technology of the facility.
• Capable of communicating with others at all levels in the organization and open and responsive to change.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• College degree, or equivalent work experience in related job function.
• Successful candidate will have extensive preventive maintenance experience, as well as project management, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and experience with employee involvement activities
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and follow-up procedures.
• Strong leadership qualities relating to coaching and counseling, promoting a culture that supports an environment of total quality.
• Focus on safety; a strong desire to facilitate change through continuous improvement in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, or related field
• More than five (5) years’ experience in electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment
• Prior supervisory or lead person experience in a maintenance/ electrical environment

Compensation: $80,000-$120,000

Company Information:

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for decades. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Our broad national footprint provides opportunities in many career fields including sales, technical design/drafting, engineering, maintenance, I/T, administrative, production, warehousing, distribution and CDL truck driving. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates 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, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

Our Benefits include:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

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