What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Operations Trainee position at West Fraser?
Company Overview:
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We produce lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy.
Salary and Benefits:
We offer competitive starting pay and an outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K with company match, starting Day 1.
Job Description:
As a Machine Operator Trainee, you will be trained to function in a variety of positions, including cleanup and operating machinery, forklifts or other equipment as assigned by the supervisor. You will possess the capability to operate machine centers at assigned areas and/or related equipment efficiently at productive rates without assistance. Your responsibilities will include adhering to mill safety policies and procedures, performing all other duties as assigned by the supervisor, and working outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and have the ability to work outdoors in various temperatures and environments. You must also be able to perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Additionally, you must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
You will make a positive impact by performing all tasks in accordance with West Fraser's safety policies and procedures, including performing safety observations, operating equipment according to safe work procedures, and following Zero Energy procedures. Your ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends, and your willingness to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision will also be valued. A minimum of six months in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred but not required.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We produce lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy.
Salary and Benefits:
We offer competitive starting pay and an outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K with company match, starting Day 1.
Job Description:
As a Machine Operator Trainee, you will be trained to function in a variety of positions, including cleanup and operating machinery, forklifts or other equipment as assigned by the supervisor. You will possess the capability to operate machine centers at assigned areas and/or related equipment efficiently at productive rates without assistance. Your responsibilities will include adhering to mill safety policies and procedures, performing all other duties as assigned by the supervisor, and working outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and have the ability to work outdoors in various temperatures and environments. You must also be able to perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Additionally, you must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
You will make a positive impact by performing all tasks in accordance with West Fraser's safety policies and procedures, including performing safety observations, operating equipment according to safe work procedures, and following Zero Energy procedures. Your ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends, and your willingness to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision will also be valued. A minimum of six months in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred but not required.
