Chips and Biomass Operator
Top Benefits
About the role
Pay Rate
$36.56 per hour plus shift premium Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Permanent About the Role: This position reports to the Wood Processing Team in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. The Grande Prairie mill is a 1000+ tonne per day Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill. It currently operates with approximately 390 mill employees in a high performance, results oriented environment.
Key Functions
This role is responsible for operating in the Wood Room, Wood Yard, and Chip Screen Room processes as required. Wood Processing Operators may operate the Portal Yard Crane, material handlers in the Wood Yard, and operate heavy mobile equipment to support chip screening and waste wood fuel (biomass) processes.
Key Accountabilities
Safety Participate in the safety, health, and environmental activities in accordance with standards established by the Grande Prairie Mill Adhere to all safe practices, annual health surveillance checks, and have the ability to wear a respirator or SCBA/SABA as required.
Operate mobile and process equipment
Complete daily mobile equipment inspection reports Operate the Portal Yard Crane and material handlers, unloading trucks to supply the Wood Room with wood fiber Operate Caterpillar 988 and 990 Wheel Loader Operate Wood Processing equipment Troubleshoot Wood Room, Screen Room, and biomass process equipment Complete process tours and process equipment inspections Clean and wash equipment as well as housekeeping duties Take process samples for lab analysis Shut down, startup process equipment and complete equipment isolations Issue permits: Safe Work, Confined Space and Hot Work Other duties as assigned Work Systems Improvements Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of technical standards, work instructions and procedures, identifying and implementing changes as necessary Participate in deliberate improvement projects Participate in maintenance basic care programs
About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Core Competencies
Quality Orientation and Standards Compliance Time Management – Planning and Organizing Development and Continual Learning Problem Solving Accountability and Dependability Decision Making and Judgment Communication Teamwork Qualifications Required qualifications include: High school grade 12 diploma or GED Willing to work a compressed 12-hour shift (days, nights and weekends) Willing and able to work overtime Experience operating heavy equipment Capability using a computer for record keeping and documentation Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy environment Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with good verbal and written English skills Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Comprehend work instructions and set priorities with the ability to work independently as well as part of the team to safely accomplish objectives Proactive approach to troubleshooting/problem identification Able to perform physically demanding work Demonstrated safety leadership Mechanical aptitude
Preferred qualifications include
Heavy equipment operator training certification About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF): Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including: Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays Medical & Dental Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement) Life & Disability Insurance On-site Cafeteria On-site Nurse Strong Safety Culture Physical Location of Position: Grande Prairie Pulp Mill 53024A Resources Road County of Grande Prairie No.1 Directions: Travel 12 kms south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road. Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of planet-friendly packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.
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Chips and Biomass Operator
Top Benefits
About the role
Pay Rate
$36.56 per hour plus shift premium Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Permanent About the Role: This position reports to the Wood Processing Team in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. The Grande Prairie mill is a 1000+ tonne per day Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill. It currently operates with approximately 390 mill employees in a high performance, results oriented environment.
Key Functions
This role is responsible for operating in the Wood Room, Wood Yard, and Chip Screen Room processes as required. Wood Processing Operators may operate the Portal Yard Crane, material handlers in the Wood Yard, and operate heavy mobile equipment to support chip screening and waste wood fuel (biomass) processes.
Key Accountabilities
Safety Participate in the safety, health, and environmental activities in accordance with standards established by the Grande Prairie Mill Adhere to all safe practices, annual health surveillance checks, and have the ability to wear a respirator or SCBA/SABA as required.
Operate mobile and process equipment
Complete daily mobile equipment inspection reports Operate the Portal Yard Crane and material handlers, unloading trucks to supply the Wood Room with wood fiber Operate Caterpillar 988 and 990 Wheel Loader Operate Wood Processing equipment Troubleshoot Wood Room, Screen Room, and biomass process equipment Complete process tours and process equipment inspections Clean and wash equipment as well as housekeeping duties Take process samples for lab analysis Shut down, startup process equipment and complete equipment isolations Issue permits: Safe Work, Confined Space and Hot Work Other duties as assigned Work Systems Improvements Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of technical standards, work instructions and procedures, identifying and implementing changes as necessary Participate in deliberate improvement projects Participate in maintenance basic care programs
About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Core Competencies
Quality Orientation and Standards Compliance Time Management – Planning and Organizing Development and Continual Learning Problem Solving Accountability and Dependability Decision Making and Judgment Communication Teamwork Qualifications Required qualifications include: High school grade 12 diploma or GED Willing to work a compressed 12-hour shift (days, nights and weekends) Willing and able to work overtime Experience operating heavy equipment Capability using a computer for record keeping and documentation Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy environment Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with good verbal and written English skills Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Comprehend work instructions and set priorities with the ability to work independently as well as part of the team to safely accomplish objectives Proactive approach to troubleshooting/problem identification Able to perform physically demanding work Demonstrated safety leadership Mechanical aptitude
Preferred qualifications include
Heavy equipment operator training certification About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF): Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including: Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays Medical & Dental Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement) Life & Disability Insurance On-site Cafeteria On-site Nurse Strong Safety Culture Physical Location of Position: Grande Prairie Pulp Mill 53024A Resources Road County of Grande Prairie No.1 Directions: Travel 12 kms south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road. Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of planet-friendly packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.