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Maintenance/Reliability Scheduler
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West Fraser .
The Maintenance/Reliability Scheduler develops, maintains, and optimizes daily and weekly maintenance schedules for the OSB mill. This role ensures planned work is scheduled effectively, resources are allocated efficiently, and maintenance activities are coordinated with production to maximize equipment reliability and mill uptime. Safety is the highest priority, and this position plays a key role in ensuring all scheduled work is performed in a safe, compliant, and organized manner.
West Fraser is a Drug-Free Workplace.
This position is a “Safety-sensitive position” per the definition of MN Statutes, meaning: “a job in which impairment caused by drug, alcohol or cannabis usage would threaten the health or safety of any person.”
Benefits
Competitive pay range $38.66 – 40.85 per hour.
Benefits starting Day 1.
On-the-job training.
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within.
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
401k with company match.
Parental Leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Life and Disability Insurance.
Paid vacations and holidays.
Responsibilities
Ensure all scheduled work complies with West Fraser safety standards, OSHA regulations, and site-specific procedures.
Incorporate safety requirements into the scheduling process, including lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space permits, and contractor safety orientation.
Actively participate in safety meetings and reinforce a strong safety culture across maintenance and production teams.
Develop and publish weekly maintenance schedules based on priority work orders, preventive maintenance plans, and production requirements.
Coordinate with Maintenance Planners, Supervisors, and Production to align schedules with available labor, equipment access, and downtime opportunities.
Adjust schedules to accommodate emergency repairs or operational changes while maintaining focus on safety and reliability goals.
Assign work to appropriate trades and crews based on skill, availability, and workload balance.
Monitor labor utilization and ensure scheduling promotes efficient and safe use of resources.
Work with contractors and vendors to schedule outside services in compliance with mill safety standards.
Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance tasks are scheduled and executed on time.
Support reliability initiatives by incorporating vibration, lubrication, inspection, and condition-monitoring tasks into schedules.
Track schedule compliance and follow up on completed work to support safe, reliable operations.
Review completed work orders and record all required information (labor hours, parts used, permits closed, safety notes, completion codes) in the CMMS.
Validate that feedback from maintenance crews and supervisors is documented for continuous improvement.
Update backlog and scheduling records based on completed work to maintain accurate reporting.
Generate reports on schedule compliance, job completion status, and outstanding issues.
Act as a central point of contact between Maintenance, Reliability, and Production for all scheduling activities.
Facilitate daily and weekly scheduling meetings, ensuring safety-critical work is clearly communicated and prioritized.
Provide timely communication of schedule changes to all stakeholders.
Utilize the CMMS to generate schedules, update work orders, track progress, and close jobs.
Maintain accurate records of scheduled vs. completed work, schedule compliance, and safety-related tasks.
Provide reports to the Reliability Manager on schedule effectiveness, safety performance, and backlog management.
Qualifications
Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Maintenance, Reliability, or related field preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance, reliability, or planning/scheduling roles (OSB, pulp & paper, or heavy manufacturing preferred).
Strong knowledge of maintenance practices, preventive/predictive strategies, and reliability principles.
Commitment to safety-first principles in all aspects of maintenance scheduling.
Proficiency with CMMS systems (experience with Ivara or similar preferred).
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communicator with ability to work across departments and with all levels of the organization.
Analytical mindset with ability to track performance and drive improvements.
Reliability-centered approach, accuracy in clerking and record-keeping, problem-solving and decision-making, time management and adaptability.
Eligible to legally work in the United States; High School diploma or equivalent; Standard working hours Monday – Friday.
Consistent, predictable attendance; Must be able to pass a post-offer pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
Work Environment
Industrial OSB mill setting requiring close coordination with operations and maintenance teams.
Regular exposure to production floor environment, including noise, dust, and equipment in operation.
Primarily office-based role with daily presence on the mill floor to coordinate with crews and ensure safe execution and proper close out and scheduled work.
Information About West Fraser West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace. We celebrate diverse teams, promote safety first, and reward hard work. We provide a challenging environment with continuous development and promotional opportunities from within. Applicants must apply through our online application process; resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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Maintenance/Reliability Scheduler
role at
West Fraser .
The Maintenance/Reliability Scheduler develops, maintains, and optimizes daily and weekly maintenance schedules for the OSB mill. This role ensures planned work is scheduled effectively, resources are allocated efficiently, and maintenance activities are coordinated with production to maximize equipment reliability and mill uptime. Safety is the highest priority, and this position plays a key role in ensuring all scheduled work is performed in a safe, compliant, and organized manner.
West Fraser is a Drug-Free Workplace.
This position is a “Safety-sensitive position” per the definition of MN Statutes, meaning: “a job in which impairment caused by drug, alcohol or cannabis usage would threaten the health or safety of any person.”
Benefits
Competitive pay range $38.66 – 40.85 per hour.
Benefits starting Day 1.
On-the-job training.
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within.
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
401k with company match.
Parental Leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Life and Disability Insurance.
Paid vacations and holidays.
Responsibilities
Ensure all scheduled work complies with West Fraser safety standards, OSHA regulations, and site-specific procedures.
Incorporate safety requirements into the scheduling process, including lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space permits, and contractor safety orientation.
Actively participate in safety meetings and reinforce a strong safety culture across maintenance and production teams.
Develop and publish weekly maintenance schedules based on priority work orders, preventive maintenance plans, and production requirements.
Coordinate with Maintenance Planners, Supervisors, and Production to align schedules with available labor, equipment access, and downtime opportunities.
Adjust schedules to accommodate emergency repairs or operational changes while maintaining focus on safety and reliability goals.
Assign work to appropriate trades and crews based on skill, availability, and workload balance.
Monitor labor utilization and ensure scheduling promotes efficient and safe use of resources.
Work with contractors and vendors to schedule outside services in compliance with mill safety standards.
Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance tasks are scheduled and executed on time.
Support reliability initiatives by incorporating vibration, lubrication, inspection, and condition-monitoring tasks into schedules.
Track schedule compliance and follow up on completed work to support safe, reliable operations.
Review completed work orders and record all required information (labor hours, parts used, permits closed, safety notes, completion codes) in the CMMS.
Validate that feedback from maintenance crews and supervisors is documented for continuous improvement.
Update backlog and scheduling records based on completed work to maintain accurate reporting.
Generate reports on schedule compliance, job completion status, and outstanding issues.
Act as a central point of contact between Maintenance, Reliability, and Production for all scheduling activities.
Facilitate daily and weekly scheduling meetings, ensuring safety-critical work is clearly communicated and prioritized.
Provide timely communication of schedule changes to all stakeholders.
Utilize the CMMS to generate schedules, update work orders, track progress, and close jobs.
Maintain accurate records of scheduled vs. completed work, schedule compliance, and safety-related tasks.
Provide reports to the Reliability Manager on schedule effectiveness, safety performance, and backlog management.
Qualifications
Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Maintenance, Reliability, or related field preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance, reliability, or planning/scheduling roles (OSB, pulp & paper, or heavy manufacturing preferred).
Strong knowledge of maintenance practices, preventive/predictive strategies, and reliability principles.
Commitment to safety-first principles in all aspects of maintenance scheduling.
Proficiency with CMMS systems (experience with Ivara or similar preferred).
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communicator with ability to work across departments and with all levels of the organization.
Analytical mindset with ability to track performance and drive improvements.
Reliability-centered approach, accuracy in clerking and record-keeping, problem-solving and decision-making, time management and adaptability.
Eligible to legally work in the United States; High School diploma or equivalent; Standard working hours Monday – Friday.
Consistent, predictable attendance; Must be able to pass a post-offer pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
Work Environment
Industrial OSB mill setting requiring close coordination with operations and maintenance teams.
Regular exposure to production floor environment, including noise, dust, and equipment in operation.
Primarily office-based role with daily presence on the mill floor to coordinate with crews and ensure safe execution and proper close out and scheduled work.
Information About West Fraser West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace. We celebrate diverse teams, promote safety first, and reward hard work. We provide a challenging environment with continuous development and promotional opportunities from within. Applicants must apply through our online application process; resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at West Fraser by 2x.
Get notified about new Maintenance Scheduler jobs in
Solway, MN .
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