Reliability Coordinator

West Fraser is a leading diversified forest products company. Recognized for the eighth time, as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Employers for Recent Graduates, we are a growing company looking for talented people to be part of our team. West Fraser’s Ranger Board division in Blue Ridge, Alberta has an opportunity for a:

 RELIABILITY COORDINATOR

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, as the Reliability Coordinator you will improve mill operation through the investigation of failures and proposal of improvements, analysis of data and historical information to develop optimal maintenance strategies, provide expertise in support of developing Reliability programs.   

Responsibilities :

• Failure Investigation and Analysis:
• Review major failures of equipment or processes
• Identify recurring problems or trends
• Initiate and conduct root cause or other structured investigations
• Utilize findings to propose changes or projects
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect and analyze data from mill systems to inform decision making
• Develop KPIs or metrics to track progress and identify new opportunities for improvement
• Support Maintenance and Engineering Activities:
• Troubleshoot mill equipment
• Prepare specifications, quality control and inspection plans for projects and installations
• Advise on equipment purchases
• Calculate lifecycle cost of ownership
• Develop operational and maintenance procedures and guidelines
• Develop Reliability programs in areas such as PM, Lubrication, Vibration
• Develop and train other resources through knowledge sharing and proposing training plans
• Perform gap analysis on current procedures against best practices
• Additional Activities:
• Propose new projects or product trials
• Develop strategic plans to improve mill operations
• Maintain relationships with West Fraser peers, vendors, and training providers
• Stay current on state of industry through training and participation on corporate-lead initiatives
• Optimize maintenance and inventory practices
• Propose changes to internal maintenance and operational processes
• Manage small projects and supervise contractors

Our ideal candidate would have :

• Core Values:
• Aligned with West Fraser’s core values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Competitiveness, Frugality, Humility, Teamwork, and Having Fun at work
• Communication Skills:
• Must be able to translate and communicate technical specifications, concepts or objectives to a variety of audiences
• Presentation skills
• Strong written communication skills are required for preparing reports and proposals
• Technical Expertise and Experience:
• Basic understanding of statistics
• Experience working in industrial or production facilities
• Ability to learn and understand MDF production processes and other facility systems
• Problem solving, troubleshooting, and optimization skillset
• Education and Training:
• Completion of a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited university
• Technologists with a Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology with relevant work experience will be considered
• Microsoft Office suite with high-level proficiency in Excel
• Experience using Maximo or other computerized maintenance management systems

Already obtained or willing to work towards Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) designation, Professional Engineer (P.Eng), Project Managing Professional (PMP), or other applicable designations.

About West Fraser: 

West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are listed on the TSX, NYSE and recognized for the tenth time as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. Our goals are straightforward - leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, and strength in products.  

West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe.

West Fraser continues to invest in our manufacturing facilities to ensure they are modern and competitive. We have a sustainable forestry practice and continue to innovate our processes and diversify our products, including investing in bioenergy.

We 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 offers an excellent compensation package, including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan. 

West Fraser believes inclusive and diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that reflect the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic. 

Apply now at https://www.westfraser.com/careers and discover more about our current opportunities! 

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Leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in products.