Electrical PLC & Controls Supervisor

JOB.TITLE , OU.LOCATION , CUSTOM.STATE 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. You'll troubleshoot complex controls, develop PLC logic, modernize legacy equipment, and guide a team of five electricians.

What We Offer

• Interfor offers a competitive salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications, along with a comprehensive total rewards package.
• We're committed to creating careers where employees can contribute, grow, and thrive.

In addition to base pay, you'll enjoy:

Short-Term Incentive Bonus 3 weeks vacation to start 401(k) matching Employee Share Purchase Program matching Extended Health Dental What You’ll Do Controls leadership:

• Provide hands-on PLC, HMI, controls, and automation programming and troubleshooting support across the mill.

System modernization

Assess, integrate, and upgrade legacy control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLC-5 platforms, to improve reliability and performance.

Team coordination

Lead, mentor, and help prioritize the day-to-day work of five electricians, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Project support

Write logic and design, build, and implement control systems from the ground up for mill improvement and capital projects.

Cross-functional partnership

Work closely with maintenance, operations, and planning teams to resolve equipment issues, manage electrical work through EAM, and improve machine-centre performance.

What You Offer Technical expertise

Strong hands-on experience with PLCs and industrial controls, including the ability to troubleshoot, write logic, and build control systems from scratch.

Platform knowledge

Experience with Allen-Bradley systems is required; exposure to Siemens controls, Toshiba drives, and legacy PLC-5 systems is an asset.

Electrical background

Comprehensive knowledge of industrial electrical systems, variable frequency drives, AC/DC motors, motor controls, and instrumentation.

Leadership capability

Demonstrated technical lead or leadership experience.

Work style

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with availability for occasional weekend and project-related work in a primarily Monday-to-Friday schedule.
• Who We Are At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration.
• We believe in empowering employees, fostering career development, and operating sustainably to support both our people and our planet.
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• 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.
• 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.