Electrical PLC & Controls Supervisor

About the role

Join Interfor's Bay Springs team as an Electrical Controls and PLC Supervisor, where you'll provide hands-on technical leadership for mill electrical and automation systems.

Bay Springs is a welcoming small town known for its Southern hospitality and affordable cost of living. It’s an ideal spot for families and retirees seeking value and comfort. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by scenic pine forests, local parks, and outdoor recreation, while still having access to thriving local businesses and nearby cities for additional amenities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on PLC, HMI, controls, and automation programming and troubleshooting support across the mill.
• Assess, integrate, and upgrade legacy control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLC-5 platforms, to improve reliability and performance.
• Lead, mentor, and help prioritize the day-to-day work of five electricians, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Write logic and design, build, and implement control systems from the ground up for mill improvement and capital projects.
• Work closely with maintenance, operations, and planning teams to resolve equipment issues, manage electrical work through EAM, and improve machine‑centre performance.

Requirements

• Strong hands‑on experience with PLCs and industrial controls, including the ability to troubleshoot, write logic, and build control systems from scratch.
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley systems is required; exposure to Siemens controls, Toshiba drives, and legacy PLC‑5 systems is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of industrial electrical systems, variable frequency drives, AC/DC motors, motor controls, and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated technical lead or leadership experience.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Short‑Term Incentive Bonus
• 3 weeks vacation to start
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Share Purchase Program matching
• Extended Health & Dental

Schedule

Availability for occasional weekend and project‑related work in a primarily Monday‑to‑Friday schedule.