West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with 40 facilities in western Canada and the southern United States. North America’s largest lumber producer, West Fraser has been recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For, and one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers three times. Our investments in modern, competitive manufacturing facilities, product innovation and bioenergy are adding up to a bright future. Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? Our High Prairie Forest Products Division, located near the town of High Prairie, Alberta, has an immediate opening for a:

SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Reporting to the Planer Superintendent or Sawmill Superintendent, the Shift Supervisor will be responsible for all aspects of safety, Quality & production for their shift

Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Achieving production goals with the highest regard for employee safety;
  • Capable of troubleshooting/observing machines to ensure production and quality standards are met;
  • Assuring optimum manufacturing unit cost; develop, and educate key metrics are met.
  • Maintenance Planning, planning non-emergency maintenance, coordinating PM routes;
  • Effectively communicating goals and/or instructions;
  • Managing conflicts

Measures and Performance:

  • Safety/environmental compliance;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Maintenance/departmental/shift cost;
  • Quality;
  • Employee training and development;
  • Production, LRF and up time;
  • Maintenance & appearance of production/plant equipment.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

  • Ability to communicate well – both oral and written;
  • Minimum high school diploma;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office ;
  • Leadership/supervisory skills;
  • A minimum of five years of industrial experience;
  • Ability to function independently.

West Fraser is currently looking for individuals who are interested in a full time long-term career. We offer an excellent compensation package including: a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan. Our employees can expect a challenging, stable, safe work environment with career development opportunities.

The Town of High Prairie is a thriving community of about 3000 people who enjoy the advantage of living in a modern urban community surrounded by golden prairie, lush forests and numerous lakes. High Prairie is located 90 km northeast of Valleyview and 120 km west of Slave Lake. A popular family holiday destination and one of Alberta’s finest recreational playgrounds is Lesser Slave Lake which is situated a short 20 minute drive from High Prairie. An ideal family holiday destination and one of Alberta’s best recreational playgrounds. The West Fraser mill and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in the High Prairie area.

If this position sounds like the career for you, apply today in confidence, by emailing your resume and cover letter by Dec 16, 2016.

Or, online through our website at www.westfraser.com/jobs

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.