Maintenance Manager

This role is responsible for overseeing and leading the maintenance team and maintenance function, plant machinery, rolling stock, and plant sites with an emphasis on leading by example in accordance with Boise Cascade's Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, and Excellence. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.  

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete, coordinate, and prioritize all aspects of plant’s mechanical and electrical maintenance, shutdowns, projects, new equipment installation, upgrades, equipment repair and rebuilds, plant remodels and expansions, cycle improvements, predictive and preventative maintenance.


• Manage millwrights, electricians, technicians, equipment mechanics, rolling stock mechanics and cleanup pertaining to maintenance activities. 


• Monitor plant operations to ensure plant uptime and efficiency are optimal.


• Ensure the maintenance and repair of equipment and tools at appropriate cost and timeframe.


• Maintain an environmental awareness and develop processes that ensure compliance with all environmental laws.


• Standardize electrical and mechanical parts as practicable for all operations and create a cross-reference manual.


• Prepare and deliver training programs for maintenance personnel.


• Participate in the selection, design, installation and debugging of manufacturing equipment.  Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment, tools, and supplies. Confer with manufacturers in design or redesign of manufacturing equipment upgrades and assist in equipment selection.


• Manage project construction including vendor evaluation, securing materials, coordinating on-site vendor work, scheduling work, monitoring safety, and assure work completed in compliance with related permits.


• Maintain and gain relevant knowledge keeping abreast of technological advances and necessary changes for maximized operating efficiency.


• Assure compliance with recordkeeping requirements affecting the operations and compliance with department budgets.  


• Ability to convert relay logic controls to PLC (programmable logic controller) through effective and efficient programming.


• Accountable for problem identification and resolution regarding electrical/computerized technology of the facility.


• Capable of communicating with others at all levels in the organization and open and responsive to change.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

BS degree in Engineering, Science, or related field is preferred.

Seven (7) years’ experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Three (3+) years’ experience as a supervisor or lead in a maintenance environment is strongly preferred.

A successful candidate will have extensive preventative maintenance experience, as well as demonstrated project management, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, demonstrated organizational skills, including attention to detail and follow-up procedures. Strong leader qualities that supports an environment of total quality; a focus on safety, and a strong desire to facilitate change through continuous improvement in a team environment. Strong knowledge of FM requirements, plant/OSHA health and safety standards and compliance, and a fundamental understanding of applicable governmental/environmental regulations.

Company Information:

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today, we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our employees are critical to our success, and we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety. We call it Total Rewards.

Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental & vision coverage


• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare & dependent care)


• 401(k) Retirement plan with company contribution


• Paid Time Off & paid Holidays


• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

How to apply:

To ensure consideration, a completed resume and application must be received. Incomplete or late applications and/or resumes will not be accepted or considered for review.