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West Fraser lists this Controls Supervisor opportunity in maplesville, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Category : Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Requisition Number : CONTR
Posted : September 29, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
Showing 1 location
Maplesville
Maplesville, AL 36750, USA
Travel Required : Yes
Description
The Electrical Controls Supervisor will be a key contributor and provide support to the overall operational and maintenance objectives to reach the top quartile mill status. The Controls Supervisor is responsible for troubleshooting all electrical, instrumental, and process malfunctions, including mechanical power transmission equipment and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. In addition, the successful individual will diagnose, repair, and overhaul automatic control valves, sensors, positioners, actuators, electrical AC/DC systems, and related systems.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated abilities in strong analytical skills, and the energy and drive to support and grow as West Fraser continues to grow and build out our US lumber business
Responsibilities:
Work with the team at the facility and will be responsible for helping to maintain and improve the PLC and other automation control systems while ensuring that all work is completed in a safe reliable manner.
Demonstrated ability to train/impart knowledge to mill personnel. Bring the skill level at the mill up to match the systems now in place.
Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with mill-level personnel, develop an understanding of mill needs, and deliver the required help in an effective manner.
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop electrical team
Excellent troubleshooting skills – Drives, PLC issues, control issues, electrical. Ability to troubleshoot from afar and talk mill folks effectively through issues.
Responsible for maintenance and care of the various optimization systems (software and hardware).
Willingness to respond to emergency situations at a given mill, bring a "whatever it takes" mindset to the position.
Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and help local mill management see the same. Aid mill in implementing these improvements.
Assist as required in project planning, startups, helping the mill to meet/exceed ramp expectations. Ability to work with vendors and help expeditiously move the mill beyond the vendors' expertise.
Qualifications:
Required:
Familiar with Allen Bradley products, VFD Drives, Soft Starters, and HMI’s
Experience with PLC 5 and Control Logix PLC platforms
Experience with communication network protocols: ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet
Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office software packages
Experience working with high and low voltages
Demonstrated supervisor abilities
Ability to manage small projects and day to day work planning
Experience following electrical schematics
Good track record with troubleshooting skills
Preferred:
Has 5 years or more experience with controls and automation
Has a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing
Can work with minimal supervision
Wants to grow and consider relocation opportunities to further develop themselves
Has a serviced based attitude to support production needs
Looks for continuous process improvements
Works well in a team environment
Has the ability to work with vendor’s for the process to maximize uptime
Is willing to work flexible hours based on business needs
Outstanding benefits package includes:
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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)
Travel Required
Yes . Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
maplesville, AL, 36750, US
Who can apply
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