Lead Millwright - Swing Shift

Lead – Maintenance – Swing Shift

Vaagen 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 training
• Perform various tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor 
• Coaching and mentoring team members
• Maintain mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, air & conveying systems 
• Perform all preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and welding repair tasks 
• Stick welding, electrical, and hydraulic repair 
• Heavy equipment and machinery repair 
• Performs mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before use
• Promote Safety to the team members and be an example of taking the lead in putting safety 1st. 
• Build sustainable communication bridges between departments for quality, production changes, and inventory plans.
• Assist in training and mentoring of new employees
• Performs mandatory visual inspection of the equipment and facilities before use
• Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures 
• Entry level laborer duties, including but not limited to, stacking boards, general cleanup, removal of wood waste and debris, and tending machines 
• Maintain lines of communication with other team members
• Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are in their “home locations” at all times
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Learning and applying lean business practices
• Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrate problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills 
• Problem solving, technical troubleshooting, communication, planning, and organization skills
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge in Microsoft products

• Self-directed leader, safe leadership record, and can coach, teach, and train others
• Excellent in a team environment, with exceptional communication skills
• Knowledge of safety legislation, regulatory agencies, principles, and practices

• Ability to create quality and cost analysis 

• Outstanding organizational skills

• Provide necessary tools for repair
• Ensure safe work practices & follow safety procedures 
• Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record 
• Ability to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibility
• Lean techniques and experience preferred 
• Must be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environment
• Must have HS Diploma/GED
• Must 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 time
• Applicants 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, WAC
• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical exam
• This is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death

HOURS/DAYS/SCHEDULE:

• Full time
• 40+ Hours per week
• Schedule: 
  • Monday – Friday 
  • 3:00pm – 1:00am
  • Subject to change depending on operational needs

SALARY/WAGE/BENEFITS:

• Pay: $37.00-42.00/hr
  • Raises and bonus subject to operational and personal performance

• Company provided laptop, and $46.15/ pay period phone allowance

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
• Full benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, long term disability, PTO, and 401k with match

For more information, please visit our website www.vaagenbros.com or our social media platforms.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER