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Maintenance Supervisor – Lumber Mill
@ West Fraser
Edson, Alberta
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor for its Edson lumber mill in Edson, Alberta, to lead the maintenance team and keep mill equipment and facilities safe, reliable and efficient. The role is full-time hands-on leadership covering preventive and predictive maintenance, CMMS work orders, root cause analysis and department budgets. The posting offers a competitive base salary with an annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the maintenance team through coaching and accountability
- Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Manage work orders and asset documentation in CMMS
- Lead root cause analysis and long-term corrective actions
- Manage department budgets and control maintenance costs
Requirements summary:
- Certified millwright or recognized trade certification
- 5+ years of industrial experience
- 2-3 years of maintenance supervisory experience in industrial or lumber mill environment
- Strong mechanical maintenance knowledge
- Proficient with CMMS and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Millwright certification |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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West Fraser
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We are a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe.
Full company description
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
- LinkedIn followers
- 55,708
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,494
- Reported office locations
- 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6P5, CA
- 57 Germantown Ct., Suite 300, 300, Germantown, TN 38138, US
- 885 W Georgia St, Suite 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3E8, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Paper Manufacturing
- Wholesale
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Product Design
- Furniture
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- West Fraser
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Plywood
- LVL
- MDF
- OSB
- and particleboard
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,768,758
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Quesnel, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | LumberPlywoodLVLMDFOSBand particleboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 78 |
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West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Edson division in Edson, Alberta, is recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor – Lumber Mill.
We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team in a fast-paced lumber mill environment. This hands-on leadership role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all mill equipment and facilities. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, strong problem-solver, and effective people leader with a passion for teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will have excellent organizational and documentation skills, be self-directed, cost conscious and be confident in their decision-making abilities.
You'll do:
- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all maintenance activities comply with mill standards, Lockout/Tagout procedures, Safe Work Practices, and regulatory requirement
- Participate in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and incident investigations
- Lead and develop a skilled maintenance team through coaching, clear expectations, and performance accountability
- Coordinate daily work assignments and respond to changing priorities to meet business needs
- Plan, prioritize, and execute preventative and predictive maintenance programs to achieve uptime and reliability targets
- Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, asset history, and documentation
- Drive a culture of reliability using root cause analysis, gap analysis, and long-term corrective actions
- Collaborate with Operations, Reliability, Planning, Quality, Procurement, and Project teams to support mill objectives
- Manage department budgets and control maintenance costs to achieve competitive manufacturing unit costs
- Promote continuous improvement and ownership of plant performance
You have:
- Certified Millwright or recognized trade certification with 5+ years of industrial experience
- Minimum 2-3 years of maintenance supervisory experience in an industrial or lumber mill environment
- Strong mechanical maintenance knowledge
- Proven experience with reliability-centered maintenance programs (preventative and predictive maintenance)
- Proficient with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Demonstrated leadership, change management, and continuous improvement mindset
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem solving
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
What We Value
- Teamwork, accountability, and trust
- A strong commitment to safety and people development
- Leadership with a reliability-focused mindset
- Continuous improvement and operational excellence
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on location, education, and relevant experience.
- Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.
Your Workplace Location:
Experience the allure of Edson, Alberta, with this exciting opportunity in the heart of Yellowhead County. Located just an hour east of Jasper National Park and approximately 2.5 hours from Edmonton, Edson offers a vibrant community of 8,000 residents surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Explore the endless outdoor recreational activities and charming local attractions that Edson has to offer. Embrace small-town living at its finest and discover the warmth of community spirit. Join us in Edson and make mountain living your reality. Discover more at: https://www.edson.ca/
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
Sustainability Report | West Fraser
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