Woodroom Operator

Alberta--pacific-Forest-Industries-1; Village of Boyle; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension 7% with 3% RRSP match

Dental & extended health benefits

Vacation 4 weeks

Relocation assistance

Team-based culture

Job summary

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a Woodroom Operator to work at our Mill Site location.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Woodhandling process, including unloading, storage, feeding of logs, debarking line and chip pile management, using equipment such as a Portal Yard Crane and other large machinery. You will monitor processes, perform start-up/shutdown, inspections, collect samples, and coordinate with maintenance and engineering to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a pulp mill (Woodroom) environment is an asset.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation is an asset.
• Experience with portal crane operation is an asset.
• Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry/Trade certificate is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and logical problem solving abilities.
• Ability to read and understand complex instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and reliable operation of Woodroom equipment and conveyors.
• Oversee environmental compliance and maintain production quality.
• Monitor Woodroom processes and adjust feed rate and water usage.
• Perform start-up and shutdown procedures with safety in mind.
• Conduct equipment inspections and complete maintenance checklists.
• Collect chip and bark samples and conduct basic analyses.
• Operate large mobile equipment to manage fibre movement and storage.
• Utilize forklifts for staging, material handling and logistics.
• Write work permits, lock out/tag out for maintenance, and coordinate with maintenance teams.
• Enter work notifications into SAP to prioritise and schedule issues.

Skills

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Under pressure

Independent work

Time management

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Portal Yard Crane

SAP system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking aWoodroom Operator to work out of ourMill Site location. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Woodhandling process. This includes managing the unloading, storage, and feeding of logs, operating the debarking line, and overseeing chip pile management. The role involves using various equipment such as a Portal Yard Crane and other large mobile machinery. For us, it's not just about coming to work and doing a job - as soon as you walk through the door, your career has purpose.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification (FSC-C022642).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and reliable operation of Woodroom equipment, including conveyors, drum debarkers, and large mobile machinery.
• Oversee environmental compliance and maintain production quality and quantity.
• Continuously monitor Woodroom processes using control panels; adjust variables like feed rate and water usage to optimize chip quality and meet production targets.
• Perform start-up and shutdown procedures for Woodroom processes as required, ensuring minimal disruption and safety compliance.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly equipment inspections; complete checklist tasks to verify equipment integrity and functionality.
• Collect chip and bark samples regularly and conduct laboratory analyses to verify quality parameters and adjust processes accordingly.
• Operate large mobile equipment to manage fibre movement in the yard, including logs, chips, and hog piles, ensuring efficient use of storage space.
• Utilize forklifts for equipment staging, material handling, and logistics support.
• Write work permits, lock out equipment for maintenance, and direct maintenance teams; support maintenance activities as needed.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks, including equipment and tower maintenance, floor cleaning, and debris removal. Use tools like chain saws and wash hoses for specific tasks.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving equipment and process issues, collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams.
• Enter work notification requests or malfunction reports into the SAP system to ensure area issues/deficiencies are prioritized, planned and scheduled.

Qualifications

• High school Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a pulp mill (Woodroom) environment is an asset.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation is an asset.
• Experience with portal crane operation is an asset.
• Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry/Trade certificate is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and logical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to be a critical thinker, analyzing situations and using logic to address issues.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills and basic knowledge of root cause analysis.
• Capable of reading and understanding complex instructions.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Is a self-motivated, continuous learner focused on procedural and process improvements; desire to learn new areas and face new challenges.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage changing priorities and deadlines, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, multitask, and troubleshoot.

Other

• This is a shift work position rotating between day and night shifts.
• Must be comfortable working from heights and in various working conditions.
• Will be responsible for operating all equipment including the portal crane.

What We Offer

You may wonder what makes us unique. Why would you want to work with Al-Pac? You will experience firsthand that our team-based culture values safety, open communication, productivity and quality, as well as a variety of other great perks including:

• A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
• Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
• Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
• Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

Applications for this role will close on September 25, 2026. We encourage your prompt application.

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE: September 25, 2026
REQUISITION:540
POSITION TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION:Mill Site