The Operator Apprentice is responsible for maintaining safe work areas, cleaning industrial equipment, and operating various machinery. They must also support the team culture by adhering to safety policies and performing various daily job assignments.
Requirements overview
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to perform physical tasks in a loud, outdoor industrial environment. Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is preferred, along with the ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
Come join our West Fraser team and grow with us!
Benefits starting Day 1!
Operator Apprentice
Our Operator Apprentice position is an entry level role with the expectation
that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled
positions.
What you will do:
* Maintaining safe work areas, collecting debris and disposing of sawdust and
dropped lumber in assigned areas
* Cleaning industrial equipment and workstations
* Relieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial
machinery
* Showing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that
may change daily
* Supporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and
procedures at all times
What you need to be successful:
* High School Diploma or GED
* Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment
preferred
* Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high-volume
environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift
* Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which includes
walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50
pounds
* Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies
and procedures
* Recognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all
team members
* Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
* Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a
pre-employment background check, drug screen test and physical
Outstanding benefits package including:
* Benefits starting Day 1
* Competitive starting pay
* On-the-job training
* A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
* Medical, Dental & Vision
* 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Life Insurance
* Disability Insurance
* Paid vacations and holidays
Apply:
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a
safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build
your career with us at West
Fraser: https://www.westfraser.com/careers/current-opportunities
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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 (DFW)