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 a Shift Technician, responsible for quality testing on pulp. This is a part-time position, working 12-hour shifts, and includes on-the-job training, established progression plans and opportunities for advancement within the mill’s technical group.
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 Forest Products Ltd. is a privately-owned, Alberta-based company that has been active in the forest business for more than a century. Operating high-tech lumber and pulp mills supplied by woodlands teams recognized for leadership in sustainable forest management, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly communities that deliver excellent quality of life.
The company offers:
- 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.
Your career starts here. Application deadline: May 3, 2020. Send resume and cover letter, citing position title in the subject line, to careers@millarwestern.com.
Millar Western thanks all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.