Production Team Leader

Tolko Industries Ltd.; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Team Leader to join their High Prairie OSB Division. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a team during an exciting major rebuild and modernization of the mill, making it the most advanced facility in North America. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, production experience, and a commitment to safety. Join a supportive team and contribute to a sustainable future in the forest products industry while enjoying competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Program

Excellent Benefits

Retirement Plan

Relocation Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in wood products.
• 2-3 years of experience leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to optimize productivity and ensure safety standards.
• Identify and report maintenance and safety issues in OSB manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Production Management

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Grade 12 Completion

Post-Secondary Education

Supervisory or Leadership Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

High Prairie, Alberta

Our Production Team Leaders build the foundation of our business. They engage their teams, keep employees safe and operations running smoothly! If you’re a leader at heart, have production experience and want to make a real impact, come join us!

We’re looking for a Production Team Leader to join our High Prairie OSB Division, located in High Prairie, Alberta. Our mill is undergoing an exciting major rebuild and modernization including the commissioning of a new continuous press which will make us the most modern mill in North America.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Completion of grade 12.
• Completion of post-secondary education is an asset.
• Completion of a supervisory or leadership certificate, an asset.
• 3 – 5 years experience within a manufacturing setting, with wood products manufacturing preferred.
• 2 – 3 years experience leading a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

Your ideal workday will look something like this:

• As a team leader, you have the ability to find solutions and meet goals and know how to optimize productivity and recovery.
• When it comes to safety, you lead by example and set the bar for those around you by inspiring and coaching your team.
• You’re resourceful when it comes to meeting production targets, budgets and managing staffing levels.
• You use your solid knowledge of OSB manufacturing and eye for detail to identify and report on any maintenance and safety issues.
• Your organizational, planning and strong communication skills ensure that you and your team are ready for any challenges that come your way.
• You have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and are comfortable using them on the job.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience, plus an additional northern allowance. The expected base salary range for this position is $79,500 - $106,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plan.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.

Want to know what it’ s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say!

About High Prairie

Located four hours northwest of Edmonton, the Town of High Prairie is a thriving community with 26,957 hectares of park and protected natural assets. There are endless outdoor activities for both land and lake lovers alike and facilities include an arena, curling rink, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts and baseball diamonds. We honour that High Prairie is situated on the ancestral and traditional territory of the Cree, Dene and Métis. Watch this video to learn more about the community and find out why life is better here.