Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

New Westminster, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$110,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Supervise the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation equipment, including mill and office power distribution, and lead the department’s workforce, safety, training, and deployment. Coordinate daily operations and maintenance planning, troubleshoot electrical and equipment-efficiency issues, manage supplies and permits, and maintain required activities in SAP.

Job details

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere®, Purex®, Scotties®, SpongeTowels®, Bonterra®, White Cloud®, as well as products for use away from home. We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. Our headquarters is in Mississauga, ON, and we proudly have nearly 3,000 employees across North America, including 10 manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee. Kruger Products is investing in our manufacturing facilities with the latest technology. As an industry leader in this space, we are pushing innovation through Operational Excellence and the integration of digital & automation solutions. We also continue to invest in ways to further our commitment to a culture of health and safety - for everyone, by everyone, and in everything we do. Reporting to the E&I Superintendent the E&I Supervisor is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical and instrumentation equipment, as well as electrical power distribution to the mill and offices. They also oversee the safety, training and deployment of the department’s workforce. They are responsible for the tasks required to fully operate the computerized maintenance management system (SAP). What You Can Expect… Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations Guide your actions and strategies in line with our management philosophy of versatility, flexibility, teamwork, collaboration and operational excellence. Supervise daily operations, coordinate with the scheduling department, and provide day-to-day job site supervision. Perform in-depth analyses of various electrical problems, resolve them and update production equipment plans Be one of the people of contact for high-voltage power at the mill. Help resolve equipment efficiency and improvement issues Work order planning Attend shut down planning meetings with all other areas Order and maintain shop supplies and tool inventories Create and issue permits as required (i.e. lock outs, confined space entry, hot work, elevated heights) Active involvement in the safety program and employee observation. What We Expect… Diploma in electrical power and instrumentation or a related field is an asset. Red Seal Ticket in Electrical or Instrumentation. Experience in a manufacturing environment (a definite asset) Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley or others) Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations Excellent communication skills to coordinate work with maintenance and production teams. Available to be on an on-call list for weekend rotation. What’s In It For You... At Kruger Products, we see greatness in everyone and what they bring to the organization. We monitor the market to ensure our total compensation practices are competitive. The starting range for this role is $110,000 or higher, depending on your experience. Our pay philosophy is to attract the best talent at the best pay while offering real opportunities for career advancement. Performance and ideas that make us better are recognized. Compensation is more than just salary. Here’s what else we offer: Customizable benefits programs to fit your lifestyle $300 annual Personal Wellness credit Performance-based bonus program Employee and Family Assistance program Vacation eligibility recognizing previous years of experience Prepare for your future with a defined contribution retirement plan Tuition reimbursement and assistance to help further your growth Our mission is to make everyday life more comfortable. Together we bring this mission to life. As an ever-evolving business, there are always exciting new challenges, diverse career paths, and opportunities to innovate. Be part of a recognized employer – Greater Toronto Top Employer since 2013, Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies since 2018, and Forbes Best Employers in Canada. Join Kruger Products and Expect to do Something Great. Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under KP’s Accessibility Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 1.04.33. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products. Only selected candidates will be invited to an interview.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A Red Seal ticket in Electrical or Instrumentation is required, while a diploma in electrical power and instrumentation or a related field is an asset. Manufacturing experience and knowledge of PLCs such as Allen-Bradley are assets; candidates should also demonstrate teamwork and communication skills and be available for a weekend on-call rotation.