Finished Products Operator

Global Cellulose Fibers•Grande Prairie, AB

13d•$35•Onsite

About The Position

The Finished Products Operator is responsible for safely forming a pulp sheet, cutting, preparing, packaging and loading the product on either railcars or trucks to ship the product to our customers. You will operate a high-speed cutter, bale line, presses, stacker, clamp trucks, a locomotive, run lab tests, perform basic equipment care and potentially run a pulp machine. This is a team-based position that works in a structured learning environment to meet production goals. Team members must be improvement focused, willing to work toward unit goals and find achieving results rewarding. The successful candidate will thrive in a team environment and enjoy routine expectations. The Grande Prairie mill is an 1100+ tonne per day Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill, employees approximately 400 mill employees in a 24-hour operation.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to perform duties with little supervision
Proactive approach to troubleshooting/problem identification
Able to perform physically demanding work
Demonstrated safety awareness
The ability to work closely with others in a team environment.
Strong learning orientation and ability to adapt to change

Nice To Haves

EMR Certificate
Experience operating heavy equipment
Strong communication skills
Mechanical aptitude
Fire Fighting certificate - 1081

Responsibilities

Focus on safety as a core value
Deliver an excellent product to our customers
Flexibility to work overtime to provide shift coverage, attend business meetings and necessary training.
Training and support for site firefighting services.
Commitment to attain, maintain and apply Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) skills
Commitment to attain, maintain and apply all Dry End and/or Wet End process skills.
Learn/ develop yourself and your team
Improve the business by contributing to and accomplishing team objectives Operate forklift and a locomotive.
Operate Cutter and Bale Line equipment
Take process samples and accurately complete lab tests
Perform switchman duties in a rail yard.
Perform basic maintenance tasks
Stay current on safety, process and business information
Strong communication with your team and team leader
Ability to meet all Team Norms and Standards with a focus on active participation in safety programs.
Behaviour consistent with the Safety Vision and Policy and the Site Principles
Perform leadership and business functions to support the team
Get along with others and help your team grow
A positive approach to conducting assigned tasks and interactions with others
A member of the Emergency Response Team
Train in fire/ first aid as a member on the rescue team
Committed to the improvement and development of the team
Process Improvement focused
Drive for excellence
Adaptable
Respectful and values diversity
Dependable
Eager to learn
Good communication – up down and across the organization
Strong self-motivation

Benefits

You are provided high quality, structured training and are highly compensated, including double time over time. Some OT is expected.
Profit sharing plan.
We are one of the safest mills in the world; we have a clean, warm work environment and have been in continuous production for 52 years.
We have opportunities for advancement in multiple disciplines and area’s.
We provide good health / dental benefits along with a pension plan.
Competitive vacation allotment and allow shift operations to bank Stat holidays to increase time off flexibility.
We have a highly engaged work force; you have the opportunity and will be expected to participate in improvement, as well as teams and committees. You have a say in how the work is done.
The shift schedule for this position is rotating 12-hour nights and days, with 14/28 days on shift. 7 days off straight each 28 days rotation.
We are a short 10-minute drive outside of the city and you will be home each day. GCF provides employees with a healthy work/life balance.
Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
Medical & Dental
Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
Life & Disability Insurance
On-site Cafeteria
On-site Nurse
Strong Safety Culture