Millar Western’s Whitecourt Wood Products Division is seeking a Sawmill Shift Supervisor. Reporting to the Sawmill Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of sawmill shift operations, including safety, production, quality and cost. He/she will be accountable for optimizing operational performance by establishing productive working relationships with other departments and helping to develop skill levels within the sawmill team. This position will follow the Production Shift schedule.
The ideal candidate
Qualified applicants will have previous sawmill and/or lumber manufacturing experience, complemented by demonstrated leadership abilities and experience with SAP and/or other computerized maintenance systems. They will possess excellent analytical, troubleshooting, interpersonal, communications and computer skills. Planer mill experience considered an asset.
Why work for us?
Millar Western is a privately-owned, Alberta company active in the forest products 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 to more than 650 people at operations located in lively, friendly, communities that offer excellent quality of life.
We offer:
- 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
Your career starts here.
Application deadline: August 10, 2018
Send resume and cover letter clearly referencing the position “Sawmill Supervisor” to: jlockinger@millarwestern.com
Millar Western thanks all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.