Lead Millwright - Swing Shift

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co•Colville, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. is a family-owned wood products manufacturer that has operated in northeastern Washington for over 70 years. We heavily believe in continuous improvement and respect for people and are currently in a Lean transformation. We operate sawmills in Colville and Usk, WA. Vaagen Bros. Lumber, Inc. currently employs over 175 employees. The primary role of the Maintenance Lead position on swing shift is to lead and supervise a team, including but not limited to maintenance flow and scheduling, creating a culture of teamwork and cooperation between major processing segments and integration of operating personnel and maintenance staff.

Requirements

Demonstrate problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills
Problem solving, technical troubleshooting, communication, planning, and organization skills
Strong computer skills, including knowledge in Microsoft products
Self-directed leader, safe leadership record, and can coach, teach, and train others
Excellent in a team environment, with exceptional communication skills
Knowledge of safety legislation, regulatory agencies, principles, and practices
Ability to create quality and cost analysis
Outstanding organizational skills
Provide necessary tools for repair
Ensure safe work practices & follow safety procedures
Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record
Ability to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibility
Must be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environment
Must have HS Diploma/GED
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders safely.
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday may occasionally exceed fifty (50) pounds at a time
Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. However, having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate you from consideration for the job. Records will be considered based on the requirements of RCW 9.96A.020, RCW 43.43, WAC
Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical exam

Nice To Haves

Lean techniques and experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the maintenance team on swing shift including but not limited to, time clock management, performance reviews, disciplinary action, and training
Perform various tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor
Coaching and mentoring team members
Maintain mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, air & conveying systems
Perform all preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and welding repair tasks
Stick welding, electrical, and hydraulic repair
Heavy equipment and machinery repair
Performs mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before use
Promote Safety to the team members and be an example of taking the lead in putting safety 1 st .
Build sustainable communication bridges between departments for quality, production changes, and inventory plans.
Assist in training and mentoring of new employees
Performs mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before use
Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures
Entry level laborer duties, including but not limited to, stacking boards, general cleanup, removal of wood waste and debris, and tending machines
Maintain lines of communication with other team members
Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are in their “home locations” at all times
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Learning and applying lean business practices
Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed
Other duties as assigned