Team Leader - Plant (Prince George, BC)

Orica • Prince George, BC

2d • CA$43 - CA$48 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Team Leader to support plant operations at our Prince George site. This is a working leadership role in a smaller, lean operation where you will be responsible for both leading the team and actively contributing to daily operations. You will oversee plant performance, safety, logistics coordination, and maintenance while ensuring reliable supply to our customers. This role requires someone who is technically capable, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off (12-hour shifts)

Requirements

• Previous experience in plant operations, manufacturing, or industrial environment
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a hands-on setting
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to balance operations, maintenance, and logistics coordination
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Grade 12 diploma
• 4th Class Steam Ticket (required)
• WHMIS, TDG, and other site-specific training

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical or process background is an asset

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture where no harm is the goal
• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and Orica standards
• Participate in and lead safety activities (Take5, JSERA, risk assessments)
• Identify hazards and drive continuous improvement in safe work practices
• Respond to incidents and emergency situations as required
• Operate and oversee plant processes to meet customer requirements
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to maintain safe and reliable operations
• Ensure efficient plant performance, including productivity and cost management
• Support energy efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and operational discipline
• Plan and coordinate daily plant requirements
• Work closely with carriers, contractors, and internal teams to meet delivery schedules
• Adjust plans in real time based on operational constraints and demand changes
• Ensure accurate communication across all stakeholders
• Support and coordinate maintenance activities to maximize uptime
• Prepare equipment for maintenance work and assist with minor maintenance when required
• Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve issues
• Ensure equipment is operating safely and within standards

Benefits

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), after 12 months of employment
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED