Controls Supervisor

West Fraser•New Boston, TX

About The Position

The Electrical Controls Supervisor will be a key contributor and provide support to the overall operational and maintenance objectives to reach the top quartile mill status. The Controls Supervisor is responsible for troubleshooting all electrical, instrumental, and process malfunctions, including mechanical power transmission equipment and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. In addition, the successful individual will diagnose, repair, and overhaul automatic control valves, sensors, positioners, actuators, electrical AC/DC systems, and related systems. The successful candidate will have demonstrated abilities in strong analytical skills, and the energy and drive to support and grow as West Fraser continues to grow and build out our US lumber business

Requirements

Previous Industrial Experience
Familiar with Allen Bradley products, VFD Drives, Soft Starters, and HMI’s
Experience with PLC 5 and Control Logix PLC platforms
Experience with communication network protocols: ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet
Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office software packages
Experience working with high and low voltages
Demonstrated supervisor abilities
Ability to manage small projects and day to day work planning
Experience following electrical schematics
Good track record with troubleshooting skills
A proven safe work record

Nice To Haves

Has 5 years or more experience with controls and automation
Has a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing
Has excellent communication skills
Can work with minimal supervision
Wants to grow and consider relocation opportunities to further develop themselves
Has a serviced based attitude to support production needs
Looks for continuous process improvements
Works well in a team environment
Has the ability to work with vendor’s for the process to maximize uptime
Is willing to work flexible hours based on business needs

Responsibilities

Work with the team at the facility and will be responsible for helping to maintain and improve the PLC and other automation control systems while ensuring that all work is completed in a safe reliable manner.
Demonstrated ability to train/impart knowledge to mill personnel.
Bring the skill level at the mill up to match the systems now in place.
Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with mill-level personnel, develop an understanding of mill needs, and deliver the required help in an effective manner.
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop electrical team
Excellent troubleshooting skills – Drives, PLC issues, control issues, electrical.
Ability to troubleshoot from afar and talk mill folks effectively through issues.
Responsible for maintenance and care of the various optimization systems (software and hardware).
Willingness to respond to emergency situations at a given mill, bring a “whatever it takes” mindset to the position.
Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and help local mill management see the same.
Aid mill in implementing these improvements.
Assist as required in project planning, startups, helping the mill to meet/exceed ramp expectations.
Ability to work with vendors and help expeditiously move the mill beyond the vendors' expertise.