Maintenance Manager

Weyerhaeuser, a recognized leader in the North American wood products industry, is searching for a Maintenance Manager to support our state-of-the-art lumber facility in Millport, AL.  This is a key leadership position in Millport’s Maintenance and Engineering Department and reports directly to the Mill Manager. 

Millport is a quaint town located approximately 50 miles northwest of Tuscaloosa, AL. The Millport area is perfect for anyone who enjoys living in a personal, tight-knit community - with the advantages of proximity to outdoor recreational activities, shopping, dining and collegiate activities.

Key Functions

• Develop and manage all maintenance activities, with the safety of associates being the highest priority
• Lead preventive & predictive maintenance/process reliability
• Drive improvement of key performance indicators, continuous improvement of maintenance functions, and department budget cost effectiveness
• Facilitate the development and training of associates including coaching, mentoring and development
• Participate and/or lead initiatives for capital projects
• Assure purchasing functions follow established policies and procedures  
• Lead in supporting, maintaining, and improving processes associated with the computerized maintenance management system for process reliability
• Identify safety, environmental, quality and production issues
• Collaborate with the production team to maximize productivity, minimize cost, and reduce waste 

Weyerhaeuser, a recognized leader in the North American wood products industry, is searching for a Maintenance Manager to support our state-of-the-art lumber facility in Millport, AL.  This is a key leadership position in Millport’s Maintenance and Engineering Department and reports directly to the Mill Manager. 

Millport is a quaint town located approximately 50 miles northwest of Tuscaloosa, AL. The Millport area is perfect for anyone who enjoys living in a personal, tight-knit community - with the advantages of proximity to outdoor recreational activities, shopping, dining and collegiate activities.

Key Functions

• Develop and manage all maintenance activities, with the safety of associates being the highest priority
• Lead preventive & predictive maintenance/process reliability
• Drive improvement of key performance indicators, continuous improvement of maintenance functions, and department budget cost effectiveness
• Facilitate the development and training of associates including coaching, mentoring and development
• Participate and/or lead initiatives for capital projects
• Assure purchasing functions follow established policies and procedures  
• Lead in supporting, maintaining, and improving processes associated with the computerized maintenance management system for process reliability
• Identify safety, environmental, quality and production issues
• Collaborate with the production team to maximize productivity, minimize cost, and reduce waste 

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in an industrial environment
• A passion for safety and exceptional leadership capability in improving safety performance  
• Knowledgeable in the areas of electrical, mechanical and PLC programming
• Proven expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance methods
• Knowledge of business and financial concepts
• Demonstrated success in managing capital projects
• Demonstrated results in achieving and sustaining business goals
• Ability to identify root cause of problems and effectively initiate immediate corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Proven track record as a leader, demonstrating positive influence and accomplishments in influencing safety, environmental, quality, productivity and people development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, other Windows-based programs and internet skills
• Willingness to support a 24/7 operating environment, which may include weekend and holiday support as conditions require

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, or related field
• Wood Products maintenance experience

What We Offer\: 

Compensation\: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $106,917-$160,376 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 15% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits\: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement\: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation\: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser\:  We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

About Wood Products\:  We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in an industrial environment
• A passion for safety and exceptional leadership capability in improving safety performance  
• Knowledgeable in the areas of electrical, mechanical and PLC programming
• Proven expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance methods
• Knowledge of business and financial concepts
• Demonstrated success in managing capital projects
• Demonstrated results in achieving and sustaining business goals
• Ability to identify root cause of problems and effectively initiate immediate corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and electronic communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mind-set
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Proven track record as a leader, demonstrating positive influence and accomplishments in influencing safety, environmental, quality, productivity and people development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, other Windows-based programs and internet skills
• Willingness to support a 24/7 operating environment, which may include weekend and holiday support as conditions require

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, or related field
• Wood Products maintenance experience

What We Offer\: 

Compensation\: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $106,917-$160,376 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 15% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits\: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement\: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation\: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser\:  We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

About Wood Products\:  We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.