Relief Shift Lab Technician – Casual Position

Millar Western Forest Products Limited; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forest products company in Alberta is looking for a Relief Shift Technician to ensure quality testing on pulp and provide lab coverage. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and the ability to work independently. This position offers a competitive wage, benefits programs, and opportunities for advancement within the company, located in a vibrant community with excellent quality of life.

Benefits

Competitive wage and benefits program

Pension plan

Comprehensive dental and health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Commitment to safety standards

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Ability to work independently within a team environment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Previous laboratory experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality testing on pulp.
• Provide lab coverage on 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Participate in on-the-job training and progression plans.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma

Diploma from a technical institute

Job description

Millar Western Forest Products Ltd. is currently seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated person with a strong commitment to productivity and continuous improvement to join our Whitecourt Pulp Division as Relief Shift Technician, responsible for quality testing on pulp. This individual will provide lab coverage, working 12-hour rotating shifts as required. Historically, this position has represented an approximate half-time equivalent and includes on-the-job training, established progression plans and excellent opportunities for advancement within the mill’s technical group. Premiums for night-shift and holiday hours are included.

The ideal candidate

The qualified candidate will possess a high school diploma, the ability to work independently within a team environment and will hold a valid driver’s license. A diploma from a technical institute, or previous laboratory experience, would be considered an asset.

Why work for us?

Millar Western is a privately-owned company active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating high-tech pulp mills supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly, communities offering an excellent quality of life.

What we offer:

• a competitive wage and benefits program, that includes a pension plan, comprehensive dental and health insurance and a profit-sharing plan
• a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction, Work Safe Alberta and the Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces
• a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
• a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps

This position is located in Whitecourt, Alberta, a vibrant community 170 km northwest of Edmonton, offering excellent housing, educational and recreational opportunities.

Millar Western is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.