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Controls Supervisor
Job Location:
Job Location:
New Boston, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
12 August 2026 (2 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
9 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The Electrical Controls Supervisor will be a key contributor and provide support to the overall operational and maintenance objectives to reach the top quartile mill status. The Controls Supervisor is responsible for troubleshooting all electrical instrumental and process malfunctions including mechanical power transmission equipment and hydraulic and pneumatic addition the successful individual will diagnose repair and overhaul automatic control valves sensors positioners actuators electrical AC/DC systems and related systems.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated abilities in strong analytical skills and the energy and drive to support and grow as West Fraser continues to grow and build out our US lumber business
Responsibilities:
- Work with the team at the facility and will be responsible for helping to maintain and improve the PLC and other automation control systems while ensuring that all work is completed in a safe reliable manner.
- Demonstrated ability to train/impart knowledge to mill personnel. Bring the skill level at the mill up to match the systems now in place.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with mill-level personnel develop an understanding of mill needs and deliver the required help in an effective manner.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and develop electrical team
- Excellent troubleshooting skills Drives PLC issues control issues electrical. Ability to troubleshoot from afar and talk mill folks effectively through issues.
- Responsible for maintenance and care of the various optimization systems (software and hardware).
- Willingness to respond to emergency situations at a given mill bring a whatever it takes mindset to the position.
- Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and help local mill management see the same. Aid mill in implementing these improvements.
- Assist as required in project planning startups helping the mill to meet/exceed ramp expectations. Ability to work with vendors and help expeditiously move the mill beyond the vendors expertise.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Previous Industrial Experience
- Familiar with Allen Bradley products VFD Drives Soft Starters and HMIs
- Experience with PLC 5 and Control Logix PLC platforms
- Experience with communication network protocols: ethernet DeviceNet ControlNet
- Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office software packages
- Experience working with high and low voltages
- Demonstrated supervisor abilities
- Ability to manage small projects and day to day work planning
- Experience following electrical schematics
- Good track record with troubleshooting skills
- A proven safe work record
Preferred:
- Has 5 years or more experience with controls and automation
- Has a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing
- Has excellent communication skills
- Can work with minimal supervision
- Wants to grow and consider relocation opportunities to further develop themselves
- Has a serviced based attitude to support production needs
- Looks for continuous process improvements
- Works well in a team environment
- Has the ability to work with vendors for the process to maximize uptime
- Is willing to work flexible hours based on business needs
Outstanding benefits package includes:
- Benefits starting Day 1
- Competitive starting pay
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical Dental & Vision
- 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
