Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere®, Purex®, Scotties®, SpongeTowels®, Bonterra®, White Cloud®, as well as products for use away from home.

We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. Our headquarters is in Mississauga, ON, and we proudly have nearly 3,000 employees across North America, including 10 manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee.

Kruger Products is investing in our manufacturing facilities with the latest technology. As an industry leader in this space, we are pushing innovation through Operational Excellence and the integration of digital & automation solutions. We also continue to invest in ways to further our commitment to a culture of health and safety - for everyone, by everyone, and in everything we do.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical and instrumentation equipment, as well as electrical power distribution to the mill and offices. They also oversee the safety, training and deployment of the department’s workforce. They are responsible for the tasks required to fully operate the computerized maintenance management system (SAP).
- Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations
- Guide your actions and strategies in line with our management philosophy of team autonomy, versatility, flexibility, teamwork, collaboration and operational excellence.
- Act as supervisor and perform related tasks, such as generating daily work schedules
- Perform in-depth analyses of various electrical problems, resolve them and update production equipment plans
- Act as the contact for high-voltage power at the mill
- Help resolve equipment efficiency and improvement issues
- Work order planning
- Conduct shut down planning meetings with all other areas
- Update location, equipment (including their documentation) and assembly of bills of material
- Order and maintain shop supplies and tool inventories
- Create and issue permits as required (i.e. lock outs, confined space entry, hot work, elevated heights)
- Active involvement in the safety program and employee observation.

**Job Requirements**:

- Hold a college diploma in electrical power and instrumentation or a related field
- Hold an electrical licence (obtained or in the process of being obtained).
- Experience in a manufacturing environment (a definite asset)
- Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley or others)
- Ability to work as leader in a team and collaborate with various departments to ensure continuity of operations
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate work with maintenance and production teams.

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU**

At Kruger Products, we see greatness in everyone and what they bring to the organization. Which is why we monitor the marketplace to ensure our compensation packages remain competitive. The starting range for this role is $96,000 to $115,000 or higher, depending on your experience. Our pay philosophy is to attract the best talent at the best pay while offering real opportunities for career advancement. When you contribute ideas that make us better, we recognize that.

Compensation is more than just salary. Here’s what else we offer:

- Customizable benefits programs to fit your lifestyle
- $300 annual Personal Wellness credit
- Performance-based bonus program
- Employee and Family Assistance program
- Vacation eligibility recognizing previous years of experience
- Prepare for your future with a defined contribution retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement and assistance to help further your growth

Job Snapshot

**Employee Type**: Full-time

**Location**: New Westminster, British Columbia (Onsite)

**Job Type**: Skilled Labor - Trades

**Date Posted**: 10/31/2024