Sawmill Team Member- Grande Prairie

Weyerhaeuser • Grande Prairie, AB

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At Weyerhaeuser, our focus is as much on building our people as building our business. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can flourish, diversities encouraged, and communities supported. We are one of the premier integrated forest organizations in the world. We've been in business for nearly 120 years and believe strongly in our core values of safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion, which has awarded us being named as one of the World's most Ethical Companies over 10 times. We are seeking a full-time Sawmill Team Member for an immediate opening to work at our Grande Prairie, AB, Sawmill as part of our Weekend Team (Friday-Sunday Nights 6:00pm to 6:00am). We are looking for individuals who are committed to safety & have a desire to work in a team environment within a manufacturing facility while maintaining a positive attitude and good work ethic. Weyerhaeuser sustainably manages forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. Weyerhaeuser uses automated software systems, including artificial intelligence, to assist with the screening, assessment, and/or selection of applicants. Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift, including nights and weekends as required.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment.
• Able to complete mobile equipment training.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, and bending.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a group.
• Eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Ability to work within a team setting.
• Able to perform basic math and use computers.
• A resume detailing education and work history is required for consideration.
• Offers of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of substance testing, background check, and agreement with general terms of work.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial or Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience in a self-directed team environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Total commitment to working safely, following all safety rules and company policies and procedures.
• Support manufacturing by maximizing plant uptime and providing support for facility systems in a safe manner while contributing to corporate, plant, and departmental goals.
• Work with a team, operating sawmill machinery and processing equipment.
• Machine Center Preventative Maintenance, Lockout/ Tagout as required, Clean Up Duties.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Well-developed planning and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to learning new systems and equipment.
• Natural self-starter.
• Ability and desire to see problems through to completion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees