Lead Boiler/Kiln Operator (Maintenance)

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 – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. 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 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 look at what's included:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Savings

Responsibilities

Training of all kiln/boiler tenders on operation, environmental compliance, and reporting procedures.

Build lumber drying schedules, implementing schedules, observing kiln drying operations, adjust schedules as needed.

Testing lumber moisture content, prong tests and oven dry tests.

Evaluation of drying defect.

Record keeping of volume of dried charges.

Create and/or revise standard operating procedures as necessary.

Create and/or revise preventative maintenance (PM) plans for all boiler/esp/kiln maintenance.

Work with other departments to move the Boise Improvement Cycle process forward.

Responsible for cost controls, housekeeping, and effective planning for work execution.

Monitor downtime and recommend necessary improvements.

Ordering of operating and maintenance supplies.

Cover shifts as needed.

Qualifications

Understanding of operational and environmental compliance for boiler operations and demonstrated ability to meet compliance regulations. Basic trouble shooting skills for Boiler, ESP, and all mechanical equipment involved in the process. Demonstrate knowledge of dry kiln operations to include mechanical (fans, traps, baffles, vents, motors). Ability to work and communicate well with others and facilitate change. Must be safety minded, possess good organization, planning and oral/written communication skills. Possess leadership skills related to coaching, training, and promoting a culture that supports company values/principles. Must be certified on forklift and front-end loader.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Production