ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR – MEDFORD PARTICLEBOARD

Position Summary Timber Products' Particleboard mill in Medford Oregon is looking for a technical supervisor to oversee the electrical department. This position supports the Company in meeting its production goals by supervising the mill’s electrical equipment maintenance activities; ensures minimal downtime for equipment maintenance and repairs. Assigns and supervises the work of designated maintenance personnel during construction, installation, modification, maintenance and repairs of electrical and mechanical equipment and systems in the Particleboard plant. Implements preventative maintenance programs. Supervises Mechanical crews as needed. Ensures a safe and efficient work environment by communicating and administering established Company quality, production, safety, and human resource policies and practices.

MAJOR TASKS

• Supervises all equipment maintenance and repair activities for the Medford Particleboard plant. Makes frequent decisions regarding maintenance schedules, priority of equipment repairs, overtime, and staffing needs. Supervises and leads employees to ensure minimal equipment downtime for maintenance and repair. Assists in resolving technical equipment repair problems, and may perform maintenance tasks as needed.
• Responsible for completing projects on time and within budget.
• Orders parts, equipment and tools, and contracts with outside services as necessary.
• May assist in designing or modifying present equipment to meet production needs
• Develops and maintains the preventative maintenance program for the designated operations.
• Implements the specific maintenance schedules for assigned mill equipment, and ensures that they are carried out.
• Assists with environmental affairs including meeting air and water quality standards, testing and meeting permit requirements.
• Responsible for working with assigned safety committees, assisting with inspections and investigations and following up on hazard reporting.
• Assists in maintaining quality control standards to maximize company profitability and achieve customer satisfaction.
• Completes administrative paperwork and reporting related to production reports, scheduling, personnel actions, timekeeping and safety.
• Responsible for administering company policies and procedures.

Skill Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of electrical/maintenance supervisory experience, preferably in a wood products or other manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and practical success supervising industrial mechanical/electrical maintenance crews.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, management and contractors.
• 2 Years formal, technical training in electrical/mechanical principles. Requires the ability to read blue prints. PLC and HMI expertise is essential. OR Licensed Electrician preferred.
• Must have computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and the ability to learn and use company specific software.