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 flow optimization. You will also play a key role in implementing control systems, supporting project start-up, and improving system reliability through design and programming enhancements. Working alongside multi-disciplinary teams, your efforts will maximize automation efficiency and support operational goals.
This role will report to the General Manager of New Brunswick Sawmill Operations and collaborate 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.

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.

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.

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:

• Extended Health & Dental, which includes Vision Care
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Optional (Employee Paid) Group Life Insurance
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Participation in our Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Progra