Sawmill Supervisor

Cochrane, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 17, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of safety, quality, and production during their shift. They must also manage maintenance planning, coordinate production goals, and facilitate employee training and development.

Job details

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Cochrane division is currently recruiting for a Sawmill Supervisor. You'll Do: Reporting to the Sawmill Superintendent, the Shift Supervisor will be responsible for all aspects of safety, quality, and production for their shift. * Achieving production goals with the highest regard for employee safety; * Capable of troubleshooting/observing machines to ensure production and quality standards are met; * Assuring optimum manufacturing unit cost; develop, and educate key metrics are met. * Maintenance Planning, planning non-emergency maintenance, coordinating PM routes; * Effectively communicating goals and/or instructions; * Conflict resolution Measures and Performance: * Safety/environmental compliance * Interpersonal skills * Maintenance/departmental/shift cost * Quality control * Employee training and development * Production, LRF and up time * Maintenance & appearance of production/plant equipment You have: * Strong communicate skills * Minimum high school diploma * Proficient in Microsoft Suite * Leadership/ supervisory skills * A minimum of five years of industrial experience * Ability to function independently What We Offer: * Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience. * Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being. Your Workplace Location: The Cochrane Division is located in Cochrane, Alberta. The area offers year-round recreational activities, outdoor pursuits, and access to Calgary within 15 minutes. Our mill and forest operations are integral to the community, providing economic stability to employees and families. About Us: West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications. Diversity: At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community. Sustainability: West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability. Sustainability Report | West Fraser [https://www.westfraser.com/sustainability/sustainability-report] Learn more about us! We are West Fraser [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBdO0aJhg4M]

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of five years of industrial experience and a high school diploma. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and strong leadership and communication skills are required.