Lead – Maintenance – Swing ShiftVaagen 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.Job Description:Manage the maintenance team on swing shift including but not limited to, time clock management, performance reviews, disciplinary action, and trainingPerform various tasks assigned by the Maintenance SupervisorCoaching and mentoring team membersMaintain mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, air & conveying systemsPerform all preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and welding repair tasksStick welding, electrical, and hydraulic repairHeavy equipment and machinery repairPerforms mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before usePromote Safety to the team members and be an example of taking the lead in putting safety first.Build sustainable communication bridges between departments for quality, production changes, and inventory plans.Assist in training and mentoring of new employeesPerforms mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before useKnow, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out proceduresEntry level laborer duties, including but not limited to, stacking boards, general cleanup, removal of wood waste and debris, and tending machinesMaintain lines of communication with other team membersEnsure tools, supplies, and equipment are in their "home locations" at all timesMaintain a clean and safe work areaLearning and applying lean business practicesFill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when neededOther duties as assignedJob Requirements:Demonstrate problem solving and technical troubleshooting skillsProblem solving, technical troubleshooting, communication, planning, and organization skillsStrong computer skills, including knowledge in Microsoft productsSelf-directed leader, safe leadership record, and can coach, teach, and train othersExcellent in a team environment, with exceptional communication skillsKnowledge of safety legislation, regulatory agencies, principles, and practicesAbility to create quality and cost analysisOutstanding organizational skillsProvide necessary tools for repairEnsure safe work practices & follow safety proceduresDependable and reliable with a good attendance recordAbility to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibilityLean techniques and experience preferredMust be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environmentMust have HS Diploma/GEDMust 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 timeApplicants 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, WACMust be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical examThis is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of deathHours/Days/Schedule:Full time40+ Hours per weekSchedule: Monday – Friday, 3:00pm – 1:00am. Subject to change depending on operational needsSalary/Wage/Benefits:Pay: $ /hr.
Raises and bonus subject to operational and personal performanceCompany provided laptop, and $46.15/ pay period phone allowanceFLSA Status: Non-ExemptFull benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, long term disability, PTO, and 401k with match