Maintenance Leader

**Your Job**
The Maintenance Leader for the Blending, Forming, and Press (Area 3) will lead and coordinate all maintenance activities within this critical segment of the OSB manufacturing process. This role is responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe and efficient operation of blending, forming, and press equipment. The Maintenance Leader will collaborate closely with production, engineering, and safety teams to implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

**Our Team**

Georgia Pacific offers a generous benefits package including a quarterly bonus plan, medical/dental/vision, short-term disability, pension, and paid time off.

**What You Will Do**

- Lead and supervise the maintenance team dedicated to the blending, forming, and press equipment.
- Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance plans tailored to blending, forming, and press machinery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues specific to the blending systems, forming lines, and press operations.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with production leadership to plan maintenance schedules that minimize impact on production goals.
- Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance budgets for the blending, forming, and press area.
- Implement root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects to increase equipment uptime and efficiency.
- Train and mentor maintenance personnel on specialized equipment and safety protocols related to the blending, forming, and press processes.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and generate reports on equipment performance and maintenance activities.

**Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)**

- Proven experience in maintenance leadership within a manufacturing or wood products environment, preferably in OSB or panel manufacturing.
- Strong technical knowledge of blending equipment, forming lines, and hydraulic and mechanical presses.
- Expertise in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in blending, forming, and press operations.
- Ability to lead and develop a team in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and reliability tools.

**What Will Put You Ahead**

- Certifications or training in industrial maintenance, hydraulics, or electrical systems.
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
- Understanding of safety regulations including OSHA and industry best practices.

**Who We Are**

At Georgia-Pacific Englehart OSB, you'll be part of a team shaping the future of engineered wood products. We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. Your leadership will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of critical manufacturing processes in the blending, forming, and press area.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

**Equal Opportunities**

**How to Apply**

If you have the above qualifications, we would like to hear from you. We thank all applicants in advance, but please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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