Production Worker Power Engineer

Canfor-; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Canfor's Whitecourt sawmill in Alberta is hiring a production worker for an entry-level role with on-the-job training. You will work on a rotating schedule (two weeks of days and two weeks of nights) alongside a team of skilled colleagues in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail and the ability to operate around conveyors and industrial equipment while contributing to a safe, efficient facility.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Power Engineering ticket is required or preferred.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks for extended periods (standing, lifting up to 50 lbs).
• Experience with machinery is an asset.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Shovel, lift, and carry boards and debris, contributing to site cleanliness and safety.
• Rotate through different tasks within the facility while adhering to schedules for production timeliness.
• Contribute to a safe work environment for coworkers, customers, and site visitors.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety

Manual labor

Education

4th Class Power Engineering ticket

Job description

Youare amotivatedteam playerwho is looking to join our sawmill manufacturing facility. Youhave a natural ability towork in asafeandefficient manner. This is anentry-level positionwith on-the-job training provided to successful candidates. Production employees will have the opportunity toadvance quicklyto the next wage level/position andgrowwithin your career. If this speaks to you, this opportunity, at our Whitecourt, AB sawmill might just be your calling.

You will be working alongside the best and brightest in the business with aninnovativeleaderin the forest products industry. This position is a full time role with a rotating schedule (two weeks of days and two weeks of nights).

The role requires physical and mental stamina, attention to detail and a keen awareness of your surroundings. You will find yourself working alongside conveyor belts, industrial machinery, and mobile equipment.

As a Production worker, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Shoveling, lifting, carrying boards and debris with exposure to the elements while contributing to the overall cleanliness of the site.
• Rotating through various job responsibilities and tasks within your assigned area throughout the manufacturing facility. Review work to ensure accuracy and precision. Adhering to schedules to maintain production timeliness. Apply your knowledge, skills, and experience to analyze, trouble shoot andcommunicatewith your team lead and maintenance to get thingsback on track.
• Taking responsibility for contributing to a safe work environment for coworkers, customers, and site visitors.

For this role, you’ll come equipped with:

• 4th Class Power Engineering ticket
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual tasks for extended periods of time including piling lumber, standing for long hours, walking, shoveling, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Experience with and/or around machinery and equipment is an asset but not mandatory
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers
• High degree of urgency and attention to detail

We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing 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.