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Maintenance Team Leader

NWH Overview:

NWH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries with 14+ hardwood species from the major U.S. growing regions, as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber.

The company operates over 40 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country, including sawmills, concentration yards, and distribution facilities using innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.

Position Summary:

We are searching for a Maintenance Team Leader to lead a manufacturing maintenance team and is responsible for keeping a facility operating and repairing any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen. A Maintenance Team Leader is required to lead this team in performing a wide range of repair tasks throughout a facility, including the following.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow safety policies and procedures and perform all work according to existing policies and procedures while maintaining a high standard of quality and workmanship in performing the duties.


• Working knowledge of safety practices standard to industry, including LOTO (OSHA Lockout/Tagout program)


• Arc Flash Certification (in-house) is required, or complete required training within 90 days of employment.


• Mechanical and electrical working knowledge, including testing and replacing photo eyes, wire pulling, conduit sizing, and running.


• Hydraulic maintenance, advanced troubleshooting, changing hoses and valves, rebuilding cylinders, repairing clogged filters and strainers, and repairing valves.


• Pipe Fitting Knowledge, able to thread and fit a pipe.


• Stick welding skills, able to do fabrication work. Follow all “hot work” protocols.


• PLC Training, troubleshooting & repairs


• Understanding of Industrial hydraulics, pneumatic systems, and pumps.


• Good working knowledge of belts, pulleys, and sprocket drive systems


• Intermediate computer knowledge to enter purchase orders for approval, pull Mpulse work orders.


• Work as part of the maintenance team to correct and enhance plant operations for the continued success of NWH. Must follow all established safety policies. · Be adaptable, work where needed as required


• Complete required documentation legibly, for example, work orders and work-related documentation


• Participate in all advanced maintenance-related training courses

Additional job duties:

• Parts Purchasing for Maintenance

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma


• At least 5 years of experience


• Must have 3-5 years’ experience leading maintenance teams and facility maintenance projects


• Fully comply with the NWH Attendance policy as well as other company policies


• Have a strong desire, dedication, and determination to succeed, by continually improving skills through on-the-job training and various educational opportunities offered.


• Must have a good safety record and a positive, can-do attitude.


• Willing to ask questions if there is a lack of understanding.


• Must be able to work any shift and follow all site work schedules -- overtime, weekends, holidays as required, and in all conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lead and work as a team, get along with team members; give and take advice and criticism from other team members; good team attitude.


• Have a strong desire to learn and the dedication and determination to succeed.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical Plans/Dental Coverage/Vision Coverage/Prescription Plans


• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program


• Life Insurance


• Short-Term Disability Benefit


• Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefit


• 401k Retirement Saving with Company Match


• Health Saving Account (HSA)


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee Engagement Center Support


• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays


• Employee Engagement Events and Activities


• Employee Referral Bonus (No cap)

Additional Information:

NWH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.