Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a Plant Mechanic. Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today!

Many employers offer jobs; at Boise Cascade, we offer career opportunities. We are one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America and are the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. We offer a wide range of entry-level careers for new workers and advanced career opportunities for seasoned professionals. Our broad national footprint provides opportunities in many career fields including sales, technical design/drafting, engineering, maintenance, I/T, administrative, production, warehousing and distribution and CDL truck driving. We welcome diverse backgrounds, views, and skills as we believe it results in stronger teams, inspired solutions, and greater agility as an organization.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility is keeping production line operational.
• Repair and/or adjust equipment when needed.
• Complete, coordinate, and prioritize all aspects of plant’s mechanical and electrical maintenance, shutdowns, projects, equipment installation, upgrades, equipment repairs/rebuilds, plant remodels/expansions, cycle improvements.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure plant uptime and efficiency are optimal.
• Ensure the maintenance and repair of equipment and tools at appropriate cost and timeframe.
• Maintain an environmental awareness and develop processes that ensure compliance with all environmental laws.
• Standardize electrical and mechanical parts as practicable for all operations and create a cross-reference manual.
• Prepare and deliver training programs for location associates.
• Participate in the selection, design, installation and debugging of manufacturing equipment.
• Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment, tools and supplies.
• Confer with manufacturers in design or redesign of manufacturing equipment upgrades and assist in equipment selection.
• Manage project construction including vendor evaluation, securing materials, coordinating on-site vendor work, scheduling work, monitoring safety, and assure work completed in compliance with related permits.
• Maintain and gain relevant knowledge keeping abreast of technological advances and necessary changes for maximized operating efficiency.
• Assure compliance with recordkeeping requirements affecting the operations and compliance with department budgets.
• Ability to convert relay logic controls to PLC (programmable logic controller) through effective and efficient programming.
• Accountable for problem identification and resolution regarding electrical/computerized technology of the facility.
• Capable of communicating with others at all levels in the organization and open and responsive to change.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications 

Basic: HS Diploma, GED or two (2) years equivalent work experience. Must be able to understand and communicate safety and other work-related instructions. Ability to understand and apply fundamental mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). General warehouse experience required. Normal warehouse operations environment with considerable physical exertion. Will perform duties in all weather conditions.

Preferred: Typically more than seven (7) years of experience in related job function. Role may require technical certification, or associates degree. Certification in maintenance of internal combustion engines (diesel and gas), gear train, brake, suspension, electrical, hydraulic systems, etc. Understand OSHA and environmental regulations and assist with compliance. Eight (8) to ten (10) years of hands-on diesel mechanical field experience and/or education.

About Boise Cascade

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive 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, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

Our Benefits

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance