Student – Production Support – Kedgwick Sawmill

J.D. Irving; Rural Community of Kedgwick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in forestry production located in Kedgwick is hiring Production Support - Student 2026 for the summer months. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $23.23, with full-time hours available. Responsibilities include supporting production by rotating through various tasks and fulfilling roles during colleagues' breaks. Candidates should be enrolled in high school or further education for Fall 2026. This is a great opportunity for students seeking work experience in a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-site work experience

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in high school or accepted for Fall 2026 post-secondary education.
• Able to lift, pull and stack materials effectively.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Support production by replacing colleagues during breaks.
• Perform housekeeping duties within the mill.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Lifting, pulling, and stacking materials

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Safety awareness

Fast learning speed

Education

Enrollment in high school or post-secondary education

Job description

Kedgwick, NB, Canada

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Job Description

Why choose this job:

• $23.23/hour
• May to August 2026, or as available
• Full-time hours (day/night weekday shifts and weekend shifts as needed)
• No experience required
• Work close to home
• Competitive and consistent salary

Responsibilities

The Sawmill Division is seeking to fill Production Support - Student 2026 positions (May to August) with reliable and hardworking individuals who have a positive attitude toward teamwork.

This is a full-time job in a sawmill that does not require any experience. The work consists of supporting production in several areas of the mill by rotating through trained positions.

• Replace colleagues during their breaks and vacations on production shifts
• Perform housekeeping duties in the mill
• Carry out any other tasks assigned by their supervisor

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in high school, post-secondary education, or accepted into post-secondary education for Fall 2026
• Be able to lift, pull, and stack materials
• Demonstrate concern for the quality of work
• Exhibit a positive attitude and motivation
• Be able to work effectively in a team
• Follow safety standards
• Fast learning speed
• Meet JDI selection criteria

About the Team

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1916
• Job Category Production & Skilled Trades
• Posting Date 10/29/2025, 06:28 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 8050 Route 17, Kedgwick, NB, E8B 1A1, CA