About the role
Grand Lake Timber in Chipman, NB is currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our dynamic sawmill team.
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Supervise and maintain plant systems and equipment including mechanical and electrical maintenance operations within one of our state-of-the-art Grand Lake Timber Sawmill located in Chipman, New Brunswick.
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Provide leadership, support, and direction to a maintenance team of 10-15 employees including skilled tradespeople and technicians.
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Ensure that maintenance work aligns with standards, specifications, and schedules, and that maintenance activities are aligned to model maintenance processes.
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Plans and organizes tasks for all technicians and tradespeople before the start of a shift and ensures clear communication to all departments and shifts.
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Ensures all health, safety, and regulations are followed
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Manages and maintains a preventive maintenance system to keep all day-to-day operations running smoothly and to minimize impacts to production and overall sawmill performance.
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Drive a continuous improvement mindset with your team regarding productivity, quality, and safety, and provide support on initiatives such as capital projects and shutdowns.
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Provide regular coaching and training to your team to maintain standards and technical skills.
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Post-secondary degree/diploma preferably in industrial technology or engineering and/or a Red Seal in a mechanical or electrical trade.
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Ideal candidates will possess 4-7 years of supervisory experience along with the demonstrated the ability to lead a team. Experience within a production environment is preferred.
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Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Committed to top performance in a safe work environment
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Demonstrate the ability and interest to take part in additional training and take on progressively more responsible roles within the organization.
Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.
Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 11 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About J.D. Irving Sawmills Division
The Irving Sawmills have a long-standing tradition for producing quality lumber. The first Irving sawmill began in 1882 and now the company has sawmill and woodland operations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine, USA.
It is our commitment and our challenge to manage our natural resources. J.D. Irving, Limited will play a vital role in using our resources to provide economic opportunity for today’s generation, while preserving the natural environment for the benefit of generations to come.
About the role
Grand Lake Timber in Chipman, NB is currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our dynamic sawmill team.
-
Supervise and maintain plant systems and equipment including mechanical and electrical maintenance operations within one of our state-of-the-art Grand Lake Timber Sawmill located in Chipman, New Brunswick.
-
Provide leadership, support, and direction to a maintenance team of 10-15 employees including skilled tradespeople and technicians.
-
Ensure that maintenance work aligns with standards, specifications, and schedules, and that maintenance activities are aligned to model maintenance processes.
-
Plans and organizes tasks for all technicians and tradespeople before the start of a shift and ensures clear communication to all departments and shifts.
-
Ensures all health, safety, and regulations are followed
-
Manages and maintains a preventive maintenance system to keep all day-to-day operations running smoothly and to minimize impacts to production and overall sawmill performance.
-
Drive a continuous improvement mindset with your team regarding productivity, quality, and safety, and provide support on initiatives such as capital projects and shutdowns.
-
Provide regular coaching and training to your team to maintain standards and technical skills.
-
Post-secondary degree/diploma preferably in industrial technology or engineering and/or a Red Seal in a mechanical or electrical trade.
-
Ideal candidates will possess 4-7 years of supervisory experience along with the demonstrated the ability to lead a team. Experience within a production environment is preferred.
-
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
-
Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
-
Committed to top performance in a safe work environment
-
Demonstrate the ability and interest to take part in additional training and take on progressively more responsible roles within the organization.
Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.
Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 11 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About J.D. Irving Sawmills Division
The Irving Sawmills have a long-standing tradition for producing quality lumber. The first Irving sawmill began in 1882 and now the company has sawmill and woodland operations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine, USA.
It is our commitment and our challenge to manage our natural resources. J.D. Irving, Limited will play a vital role in using our resources to provide economic opportunity for today’s generation, while preserving the natural environment for the benefit of generations to come.