Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Skilled Trades
Date Posted: August 31, 2023
Job Location: Quesnel Plywood
Job Type: Coop
Start: Immediately
Company: West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
Website: www.westfraser.com
Address: 2000 Plywood Rd, Quesnel Plywood, British Columbia, Canada V2J 3J5
Job Description
West Fraser is a leading North American forest products
company. Our Quesnel Plywood Division has an opportunity for
an:
INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC
(MILLWRIGHT)
As a member of the maintenance team this individual will perform
daily troubleshooting, predictive and preventative maintenance
strategies. As a member of this high performing team you will be
responsible for:
- Maintaining a safe work environment
- Ensuring consistent operations of equipment
- Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical
systems, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics involved in
the manufacturing process - Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment
- Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to repair
equipment. - Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and
parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of
equipment and machinery - Inspect and examine machinery and equipment and repair as
required. - Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders
- Verify and document completed repairs
- Use knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for
improvements and savings
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright
Certification - Ability to read blueprints, plans and schematics
- Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills
- Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Organizational and planning skills
- Trouble shooting in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule to workday, evening, weekend and graveyard
shifts - Welding and fabrication experience would be a strong
asset.
West Fraser believes strongly in promoting from within and we
are looking for an individual who is interested in a full-time,
long-term career. The successful candidate should be interested in
future growth opportunities within the company. We offer an
excellent compensation package including a competitive salary,
excellent benefits and an outstanding pension plan.
About West Fraser:
West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are listed
on the TSX, NYSE, and recognized for the eighth time, as one of
Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Our goals are straightforward –
leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities,
excellence in people and strength in products.
West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the
United States, and Europe. We 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 offers an excellent compensation package including a
competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension
plan.
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.
Apply now at www.westfraser.com/jobs and discover
more about our current opportunities!
Internal Applicants click here: https://t11.ultipro.ca
Discover more about West Fraser’s current initiatives,
opportunities, and more, by visiting us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in
communities, excellence in people and strength in
productivity.
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Job Conditions
- Minimum experience: 0 to 1 year
- Minimum educational level: Grade 12 or Equivalent
- Language: English