Relief Operator at West Fraser

What you will do:

• Responsible for running the mill floor and keeping lumber flowing in all areas including CNS outfeed, VDA, unscramblers, and remain chains
• Observe and obey all Safety and ZES rules and procedures
• Watch CNS for faults and constantly assist with bottlenecks throughout the mill by helping where needed
• Enter reman lumber back into mill
• Monitor and clear hang ups at block chipper
• Remove cants that are hung up in VDA
• Responsible for changing band saw and VDA saw
• Change block chipper knives
• Assist edger operator in changing edger saw
• Assist in replacing CNS knives
• Continuously monitor lumber quality from all machine centers, measure lumber for proper width and thickness
• Investigate and communicate downtime reasons to downtime recorder
• Able to operate all workstations in Sawmill at or above production levels. Includes CNS, edger, trimmer, sorter, and stacker
• Assist Maintenance in repairs
• Perform PM duties as assigned
• Assist co-workers, as needed
• Keep mill floor clean
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to follow directions and learn all required duties
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Must be available to work any shift, as needed
• Must be able to work unsupervised
• Good communication skills
• Good attendance and safety record

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with company match & retirement contribution
• Employee stock Purchase Plan
• Paid vacations and holidays

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

Apply with us:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

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

Education

• High School or better

• GED or better