Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide mechanical engineering and improve the uptime of the plant and improve efficiency of the machinery and processes. This position assists with driving new ideas, systems, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site.
What you will do:
- Work effectively on cross-functional teams to maintain equipment to achieve a reduction in downtime
- Provide technical guidance and improve the efficiency, reliability, and safety of operating equipment through application of mechanical engineering practice
- Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations for correctio
- Develop processes by designing and modifying equipment
- Analyze plant data to identify areas of focus for the maintenance team, areas of opportunity to reduce downtime, downtime trends by department and machine center, and other opportunities to improve plant performance.
- Investigate mechanical failures and maintenance problems
- Lead root cause failure analysis on mechanical equipment; develop corrective action and track results
- Assist in the planning and execution of maintenance activities
- Identify other opportunities across the site to improve efficiency, lower cost and reduce waste
- Special projects and other duties as assigned.
What will make you stand out:
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment
- Effective working knowledge of boilers, and AutoCAD systems
- Ability to read mechanical, structural, and electrical drawings
- Ability to troubleshoot issues and solve problems independently
- Experience driving sustainable long-term improvements
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office® applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Outstanding benefits package including:
- 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
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: /careers
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
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 (DFW)
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