Maintenance Manager - Sawmill Facility
Are you an experienced maintenance leader looking for a rewarding challenge in the sawmill industry?
We are seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee equipment reliability, team leadership, and continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring operational efficiency, workplace safety, and cost-effective maintenance strategies.
About the Role:
As a Maintenance Manager, you will lead a team of skilled maintenance professionals, ensuring the efficient operation of all equipment within the planer and sawmill. You will champion safety initiatives, optimize maintenance processes, and collaborate closely with operations leadership to meet production goals while minimizing downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing maintenance team
Implement and enforce safety standards and preventive maintenance programs
Analyze equipment performance and optimize production output
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency
Monitor and manage maintenance budgets and cost controls
Collaborate with operations and HR for workforce planning and training
Maintain compliance with all regulatory and company policies
What We're Looking For:
Proven Leadership - Experience managing maintenance teams in a manufacturing or sawmill environment
Technical Expertise - Strong understanding of sawmill/planer machinery, repair, and maintenance
Problem-Solving Mindset - Ability to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and drive process improvements
Safety & Compliance Focus - Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to regulations
Data-Driven Decision Making - Ability to analyze trends, track KPIs, and improve operational performance
Strong Communication Skills - Ability to lead, train, and collaborate across departments
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key leadership role with a well-established company that values innovation, efficiency, and employee development.
If you have the expertise and leadership skills to drive success in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion.