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Reliability Engineer
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West Fraser
The primary responsibility of this position is to improve the uptime of the plant and enhance the efficiency of machinery and processes. This role also drives new ideas, systems, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site.
What You Will Do
Conduct and coordinate investigations of machine failures, including analysis of failure mechanisms and implementation of solutions to improve reliability.
Work with maintenance teams to identify work practices and opportunities to prevent machine failures.
Develop, implement, and optimize preventative and predictive maintenance routes.
Implement best practices for lubrication, including selection and storage of lubricants.
Analyze plant data to identify focus areas for the maintenance team, reduce downtime, track trends by department and machine center, and uncover opportunities to improve plant performance.
Train the maintenance team to enhance skills and knowledge.
Redesign machinery and components when necessary to improve plant reliability and lower operating costs.
Utilize the mill’s computerized maintenance management system to manage lubrication and other maintenance activities.
Assist in planning and executing maintenance activities.
Develop and maintain effective systems for improving plant reliability.
Apply technology such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and other predictive techniques to improve the mill’s reliability program.
Identify opportunities across the site to improve efficiency, lower cost, and reduce waste.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications You Should Have
Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or similar Engineering Degree or a strong combination of experience and education.
Relevant experience with industrial manufacturing equipment and/or trades experience is an asset.
Demonstrated quantitative analysis skills and proficiency in working with application developers, IT, and other technical domains.
Experience in communicating and presenting data and technical concepts to audiences with varying backgrounds.
Self‑directed and motivated.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Maximo.
Previous industry experience is preferred.
Our Highly Competitive Compensation Package Includes
Benefits starting Day 1
On‑the‑job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
401k with company match plus an additional retirement contribution
Employee stock purchase plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Apply If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at
West Fraser: www.westfraser.com
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please. The successful candidate will be asked to pass a background and drug test.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood‑based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug‑Free Workplace.
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Reliability Engineer
role at
West Fraser
The primary responsibility of this position is to improve the uptime of the plant and enhance the efficiency of machinery and processes. This role also drives new ideas, systems, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site.
What You Will Do
Conduct and coordinate investigations of machine failures, including analysis of failure mechanisms and implementation of solutions to improve reliability.
Work with maintenance teams to identify work practices and opportunities to prevent machine failures.
Develop, implement, and optimize preventative and predictive maintenance routes.
Implement best practices for lubrication, including selection and storage of lubricants.
Analyze plant data to identify focus areas for the maintenance team, reduce downtime, track trends by department and machine center, and uncover opportunities to improve plant performance.
Train the maintenance team to enhance skills and knowledge.
Redesign machinery and components when necessary to improve plant reliability and lower operating costs.
Utilize the mill’s computerized maintenance management system to manage lubrication and other maintenance activities.
Assist in planning and executing maintenance activities.
Develop and maintain effective systems for improving plant reliability.
Apply technology such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and other predictive techniques to improve the mill’s reliability program.
Identify opportunities across the site to improve efficiency, lower cost, and reduce waste.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications You Should Have
Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or similar Engineering Degree or a strong combination of experience and education.
Relevant experience with industrial manufacturing equipment and/or trades experience is an asset.
Demonstrated quantitative analysis skills and proficiency in working with application developers, IT, and other technical domains.
Experience in communicating and presenting data and technical concepts to audiences with varying backgrounds.
Self‑directed and motivated.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Maximo.
Previous industry experience is preferred.
Our Highly Competitive Compensation Package Includes
Benefits starting Day 1
On‑the‑job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
401k with company match plus an additional retirement contribution
Employee stock purchase plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Apply If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at
West Fraser: www.westfraser.com
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please. The successful candidate will be asked to pass a background and drug test.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood‑based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug‑Free Workplace.
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