Student Operations Assistants for Fall 2025

Irving Woodlands; Sussex; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the paper and forest product manufacturing industry is seeking Student Operations Assistants for Fall 2025 at Sussex Sawmill. This role offers hands-on experience in managing operations with mentorship, opening doors for potential full-time employment after graduation. Ideal candidates are enrolled in relevant post-secondary programs and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Real Responsibilities

Career Development Opportunities

Team Support with Mentorship

Competitive Wages

Uniforms Provided

Potential Accommodation Support

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; past supervisory or operational experience is a plus.
• Safety or operations-related certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations by organizing resources and assisting supervisors.
• Analyze productivity data to support operational improvements.
• Conduct quality checks on completed work to ensure compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership Potential

Education

Currently enrolled full-time at a recognized post-secondary institution

Program related to operations, engineering, or industrial management

Job description

Student Operations Assistants for Fall 2025

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Why Sussex Sawmill?

At Sussex Sawmill, we believe in learning by doing. As a Student Operations Assistant, you’ll be paired with experienced Operations Supervisors and immersed in the day-to-day workings of a high-performing team. You’ll gain practical experience, build valuable relationships, and develop skills that can lead to full-time opportunities after graduation.

Job Description

Why Sussex Sawmill?

At Sussex Sawmill, we believe in learning by doing. As a Student Operations Assistant, you’ll be paired with experienced Operations Supervisors and immersed in the day-to-day workings of a high-performing team. You’ll gain practical experience, build valuable relationships, and develop skills that can lead to full-time opportunities after graduation.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Support Daily Operations Help keep things running smoothly by organizing resources, picking up materials, and assisting supervisors with daily tasks.
• Analyze and Improve Collect and analyze productivity data to support operational decisions and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure Quality Conduct quality checks on completed work to maintain high standards and compliance.
• Plan and Prepare Assist in developing work plans that contribute to efficient scheduling and execution of sawmill operations.
• Engage with the Team Build strong relationships with employees and supervisors to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
  
  

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Education
• Minimum: Currently enrolled full-time at a recognized post-secondary institution
• Preferred: Enrolled in a program related to operations, engineering, or industrial management
• Experience
• Minimum: No prior experience required
• Preferred: Previous supervisory or operational experience is an asset
• Certifications
• Minimum: None required
• Preferred: Safety or operations-related certifications are a plus
• Skills & Attributes
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership potential and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
  

What’s in it for You?

• Real Responsibilities – Make meaningful contributions from day one.
• Career Development – Gain experience that can lead to full-time employment.
• Team Support – Work in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Financial Incentives – Benefit from established programs that grow with each work term.
• Perks – Competitive wages, uniforms provided, and potential accommodation support.
  
  

Ready to Launch Your Career?

At Sussex Sawmill, we’re committed to innovation, learning, and excellence. Join us as a Student Operations Assistant and take the first step toward a rewarding career in operations. Apply now and make your mark with Sussex Sawmill!

Sussex Sawmill – Where Your Career Begins.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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