Team Leader, Maintenance

We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor for an opportunity at our White Pine Operation in Dixfield Maine. We are looking for a safety oriented, energetic individual to lead our sawmill mechanical maintenance team. 

What We Offer:

This position offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package. The package consists of the following:

• 401k with 5% company match
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurances
  • Reimbursement Accounts
  • Annual Uniform Credit
  • Paid Vacation, holiday, and sick time
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program 
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Dependent Scholarship Programs
  • Relocation Reimbursement 
  • In-house professional certifications and training courses
  • Production-based bonus programs
  • Sign-On Bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in safety, quality, cost, and employee engagement to the maintenance team.
• Supervise maintenance team of millwrights while working closely with other supervisors and managers.
• Meeting established production specifications, schedules and quality standards.  
• Analyze production and maintenance trends to identify problems in order to recommend solutions to improve performance of machine centers.
• Support and ensure preventive maintenance program is on track.
• Perform all other related tasks that will help drive both the maintenance department and overall success of the mill.
• Prioritize maintenance repairs and modifications.

Qualifications:

• Education Preferred:  Mechanical Engineering or 5 years relevant industrial maintenance experience.
• Years of Experience Preferred: 2+ years of relevant supervisory experience.
• A strong commitment to safety and an understanding to behavior-based safety programs.
• Understanding & Experience in Process Improvement is an asset.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and career development.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills. 
• Ability to multi-task in a multidisciplinary environment, with a high level of detail.
• Organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.