OSB Technical Manager – Process Innovation & Safety

Tolko Industries; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern allowance

Bonus program

Excellent benefits

Retirement plans

Relocation support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Tolko Industries in High Prairie, AB, seeks a Technical Manager to drive innovation in OSB manufacturing and related processes. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and sales to develop and optimize products while prioritizing safety and quality.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, statistical expertise, and staying abreast of industry standards to keep the mill competitive and current.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading the organization and supervision of technical aspects of process improvements, technology, research and development.
• Knowledge of OSB/EWP manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety.
• Focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong statistical knowledge and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead with a strong focus on safety.
• Provide feedback and support to our Process Engineer and Process & Technical Coordinator.
• Assist in the development and improvement of products and processes.
• Stay on top of new industry developments and standards in technology and customer satisfaction in order to recommend, plan, and organize actions that will keep the mill current.
• Interact with our Sales and Production teams and keep the product cost model current.
• Use your knowledge of code requirements, third-party testing agencies and experience in statistical process control to plan, organize and implement resin or mill trials.

Skills

Leadership

Safety focus

OSB/EWP knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Quality focus

Statistical knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

Tolko Industries in High Prairie, AB, seeks a Technical Manager to drive innovation in OSB manufacturing and related processes. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and sales to develop and optimize products while prioritizing safety and quality.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, statistical expertise, and staying abreast of industry standards to keep the mill competitive and current.