Role & Company Overview
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
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 areasCleaning industrial equipment and workstationsRelieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machineryShowing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change dailySupporting 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 GEDMinimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferredAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high-volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shiftAbility to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 poundsAbility to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and proceduresRecognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team membersAbility to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekendsOffers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test and physical
Our Highly Competitive Compensation Package Includes
Benefits starting Day 1On-the-job training and a culture that strongly believes in promoting from withinMedicalDentalVisionWellness Pay Program401k with company matchLife InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid vacations and holidays$150 yearly contribution towards Safety Boots$150 yearly contribution towards Prescription Safety GlassesCompetitive starting pay of $18.54/hr
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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: www.westfraser.com/careers.
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 believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace
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