Regional PLC & Process Controls Superintendent

Regional PLC & Process Controls Superintendent, Bathurst, New Brunswick

When you join our team as a Regional PLC & Process Controls Superintendent , you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the two sawmills, focusing on process flowoptimization. You will also play a key role in implementing control systems, supportingproject start-up, and improving system reliability through design and programmingenhancements. Working alongside multi-disciplinary teams, your efforts willmaximize automation efficiency and support operational goals.

This role will report to the General Manager of New Brunswick Sawmill Operations andcollaborate closely with on-site and remote support teams. This role can be based at either of our mills in New Brunswick (Bathurst or Belledune)and will be travelling between the two on a regular basis.

What You'll Do

• Develop and support automation initiatives across multiple platforms including ControlLogix PLC, Legacy PLC5, and Allen-Bradley HMI programming suites.
• Enhance programming and instrumentation while supporting Industrial IT / OT initiatives, including code development and hardware specification.
• Optimize and troubleshoot automated processes specific to the lumber industry, including safety instrumented systems, debarkers, primary breakdown, green lumber management, drying, and dressing.
• Train and coach mill personnel, including electricians, on automation systems and controls to help them improve the process.
• Re-enforce and contribute to the development of standards, procedures, training manuals, and project documentation.
• Participate in various ad hoc projects as required.
• Oversee and manage the performance of one controls specialist.

What You Offer

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar

What We Offer

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary, based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You'll also get a competitive benefits package including :

Short Term Disability Insurance

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you'll have plenty of opportunities to 'Start Here. Go Far.' Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com / careers.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.