Operator Apprentice

Night Operator Apprentice is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain safe work areas, collecting debris and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas
• Perform housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc.
• Show willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily
• Support our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting-up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, work in elevated work areas and tight close spaces
• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test and physical

What Sets Us Apart:

• Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures to include performing safety observations, operate equipment according to safe work procedures and follow Zero Energy procedures.
• Must be willing to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends
• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred

Benefits:

• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match) starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training and
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Paid vacations and holidays

Salary : $48,000 - $84,000