Maintenance Team Lead $80,000-$100,000 DOE

Columbia Forest Products•Klamath Falls, OR

2d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Columbia Forest Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia’s decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures. We are a leader in sustainable forestry practices and green manufacturing technology. Columbia Forest Products is an employee-owned company that has a wide array of benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance. Our company stands out because of our commitment to our employees. In fact, we have a CFP Foundation dedicated to helping our employees, employees families and the local community. Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity. If these are core values that you hold and you meet the qualifications below, please take the time to apply for this great and rewarding career with Columbia Forest Products. The Maintenance Team Lead is responsible for directing and coordinating activities concerned with design, construction, and maintenance of equipment and maintenance of facilities. They are also responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the maintenance department, including direct supervision of first line supervisors and professional/support staff. Key Responsibilities include oversight of: Safety for the department and the plant as a whole Management of employees, planning, and budgets Team Development, emphasizing employee involvement and development Technical Responsibilities: Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic and engineering processes. Keep abreast of trends, developments, and new technology. Ensures that all work meets or exceeds all applicable codes and/or specifications. Apply here, p lease make sure you include a current phone number and email address on your application/resume and you check it often, as we may use them throughout the screening process. Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

At least 3-5 years supervisory/management experience in a manufacturing environment
Thorough working knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and engineering
Ability to lead a team to results while considering their input/ideas
Basic computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and internet

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the entire process for manufacturing hardwood veneer or plywood.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts and application
Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Oregon certification/equivalent as Millwright, Electrician, and/or Electrical Supervisor
Prefer familiarity with the entire process for manufacturing hardwood veneer or plywood.
Understanding of basic accounting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Available for travel as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees and business associates at all levels, individually or before groups of any size.
Ability to delegate effectively.
Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Ability to interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.
Have basic computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and internet use.
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prefer minimum 5 years supervisory and/or management experience.

Responsibilities

Directing and coordinating activities concerned with design, construction, and maintenance of equipment and maintenance of facilities.
Overall day-to-day management of the maintenance department, including direct supervision of first line supervisors and professional/support staff.
Safety for the department and the plant as a whole
Management of employees, planning, and budgets
Team Development, emphasizing employee involvement and development
Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic and engineering processes.
Keep abreast of trends, developments, and new technology.
Ensures that all work meets or exceeds all applicable codes and/or specifications.