Production Team Member

West Fraser; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wood-based product manufacturer is seeking Production Team Members in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This role offers a stable career path with competitive compensation, including pension, health benefits, and paid vacation. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 diploma, strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work in a team-focused environment. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment and ensuring manufacturing process reliability. Join a company dedicated to sustainability and diversity.

Benefits

Pension plan

Extended health/dental benefits

Paid vacation

Regular work schedule

Qualifications

• Unwavering commitment to safety.
• Physical ability to safely lift and carry items of various sizes and weights.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Work safely in a collaborative, team-focused manufacturing environment.
• Learn the OSB manufacturing process and troubleshoot to improve reliability.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Reliability

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Aerial lift

Skid steer

Job description

West Fraser Grande Prairie OSB – Production Team Member

West Fraser Grande Prairie OSB is currently accepting applications for Production Team Members. The role offers a stable career path with a solid compensation package, including pension, extended health/dental benefits, paid vacation and a regular work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in a collaborative, team-focused manufacturing environment.
• Learn the OSB manufacturing process and proactively troubleshoot and problem solve to improve process reliability.
• Operate forklift, aerial lift, skid steer and other mobile equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment in the Log Yard.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping to maintain standards.
• Flow to work with a positive approach to managing change and contributing to team success.
• Comply with all company safety standards and protocols.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Unwavering commitment to safety.
• Competency and personal ownership to develop skills and advance career.
• Ability to wear all required PPE, which may include respirators and fall arrest harness.
• Physical ability to safely lift/carry items of various size/weight and perform repetitive tasks in an industrial environment.
• Proven track record of reliability with limited absenteeism or tardiness.
• Effective communication skills with a genuinely positive attitude and optimistic outlook, contributing in a team-focused environment.
• Basic computer skills are important, with ability to develop computer skills relevant to specific job expectations.

Location

Gran Prairie, Alberta – a vibrant community that offers a high quality of life, modern amenities, and close proximity to breathtaking natural landscapes.

About West Fraser

We make renewable, wood‑based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood‑based building products, with more than 60 facilities across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

Diversity

West Fraser is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective.

Sustainability

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials that are natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.