Operational Specialist, Steam & Recovery

Canfor; Prince George; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pulp and paper industry is seeking an experienced Operational Specialist to enhance safety, efficiency, and collaboration in their operations. This role is vital for ensuring that production runs smoothly and safely, fostering improvement and mentorship among team members. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in a similar environment and excel in communication and collaboration.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plans

Paid leaves

Robust health & well-being initiatives

Pension plans with base and matching contributions

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a pulp & paper mill environment.
• Strong understanding of production flows and safety systems.
• Ability to coordinate with various teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives and maintain operational standards.
• Coordinate maintenance plans to minimize downtime.
• Track performance metrics and identify improvement areas.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Hands-on experience in a pulp & paper mill or heavy industrial environment

Tools

IRIS

SAP

Job description

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Operational Specialist, Steam & Recovery

Posting ID: 28289

Position Type: Regular

City: Prince George,BC, Canada

Location: Intercontinental Pulp

You're passionate about keeping things running smoothly, love diving into the details of safety, maintenance, and production performance, and you know your way around a pulp and paper mill, we’ve got a spot for you.

We're looking for ahands-on, process-savvy Operational Specialist to support daily operations in one of our key production areas. Working with the Steam & Recovery team you’ll be the anchor point between operations, maintenance, technical teams, and leadership, making sure performance stays sharp, processes stay safe, and everyone’s rowing in the same direction.

A day in the life of an Operational Specialist:

Safety & Housekeeping – Non-Negotiables

• You’ll lead the charge on safety in your area, owning and updating all JSAs, CSHAs, lockouts, and SOPs.
• You'll ensure housekeeping standards are met, helping maintain a clean and hazard-free environment.
• Safety’s not just a task list, it’s how you work.

Operational Support – Keeping the Line Moving

• You’ll coordinate with Shift Supervisors, Operators, Planners, and Maintenance Staff to plan for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• You’ll minimize downtime during shutdowns, start-ups, and area outages with smart, well-communicated plans.
• Whether it's a major outage or a quick adjustment, you help get things back online efficiently and safely.

Performance & KPI Ownership – You Know Your Numbers

• You’ll help define, track, and support area KPIs like cost, safety, uptime, and troubleshooting metrics.
• You’ll identify and document lost opportunities, and more importantly, you’ll dig into why they happened and how to prevent them.
• You’ll work with Operators daily to improve repeatability, efficiency, and overall process capability.

Collaboration – Be the Glue Between Teams

• From vendors and suppliers to internal engineers and operators, you’ll connect the dots.
• You’ll coordinate materials, inventory, and support services for your area’s needs.
• You’ll be the go-to voice in your area for process questions, improvement ideas, and training.

Process Development – Building for the Future

• You’ll help develop and improve SOPs, training docs, and testing procedures alongside technical teams.
• You’ll contribute to capital project planning by identifying operational constraints.
• You’ll stay on top of industry standards, regulations, and ISO documentation to keep things compliant and competitive.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Hands-on experience in a pulp & paper mill or heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of production flows, shutdown/startup procedures, and safety systems
• Great communication skills: You’re clear, consistent, and you know how to keep stakeholders aligned
• A knack for troubleshooting and finding better ways to do things
• A collaborative mindset: You coach, support, and help others succeed

Bonus Points if You Have:

• Lockout/tagout experience specific to pulp and paper
• Familiarity with IRIS, SAP, or similar maintenance planning tools
• Experience in facilitating or leading shutdown/outage planning
• Exposure to continuous improvement tools like Lean, Six Sigma, or RCA

Why This Role Matters:

At the heart of any mill is its people and the Operational Specialist is one of the roles that keeps things turning. This isn’t just about keeping machines running. It’s about improving how we do what we do, mentoring those around you, and being a key voice in creating a safer, more efficient mill.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and lead from the floor? Let’s talk.

The salary range for this position is: $108,000.00-$135,000.00

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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