Head Sawfiler

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Division in Hinton, AB, is currently recruiting for a Head Saw Filer.

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, leading the Saw Filing Department. Higher consideration will be granted to those with previous experience in the wood remanufacturing sector, in a sawmill, planer mill, or with forest products. 

You'll do:

• Safety management including orientation, worker observations, identifying and correcting safety hazards, emergency protection systems and site audits
• Ensure a safe work environment for the saw filing group by enforcing safe work practices, supporting company policies, ensuring proper training, and adherence to best practices
• Making the safety of your teammates a business priority by meeting all leading safety indicators and being directly involved in the site safety program
• Work with operations to improve reliability and maximize equipment availability at the lowest cost to the mill through involvement and understanding of the business
• Inspecting, maintaining, and calibrating precision equipment
• Enforcement of filing shop quality control standards
• Designing of saws
• Calculating saw speeds and feeds
• Maintaining spare parts inventory
• Shift scheduling
• Troubleshooting and examining saws for defects
• Management of saw box water and lubrication

You have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills – communication, conflict management, coaching, supportive feedback and problem-solving
• A desire to progress, learn, grow, and succeed
• Demonstrated problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Proven safety leadership with knowledge of safety procedures and legislated safety codes
• Ability to effectively use training resources to maximize direct report’s skills
• Experience benching round saws and band saws (e.g. repairing, tensioning, leveling, tipping, sharpening)
• Knowledge of functionality, maintenance, and alignment associated with a Canter, Headrig, Trim Saw, Gang Saws, Edgers, and Chippers.
• Ability to service and supervise all aspects of saw maintenance for carbide tipped saws
• Understanding of preventative maintenance processes related to saw shop and sawmill machinery
• Technical understanding of the manufacturing and servicing of saws, guides, and chipping knifes
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Schedule flexibility – as work may require day, evening, and weekend shifts
• Preference will be given to a Valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Sawfiler Certification

Compensation Package:

• The hourly pay rate for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location.
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.

Your Workplace Location:

We are located in Hinton, Alberta, 20 minutes east of Jasper National Park and 2½ hours west of Edmonton. Hinton, set amidst the stunning scenery of the Alberta Rockies, is a modern community of 10,000 offering terrific lifestyles for individuals and families. Relocation assistance is available. 

Our region is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with exciting activities from skiing, snowmobiling, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and ATVs. Hinton features a full-service acute care hospital, major retail and restaurant chains, community parks and pools, and educational institutions for preschool through post-secondary. To learn more, visit the Town of Hinton Web site: www.town.hinton.ab.ca. 

About Us:

Today, West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, which promotes sustainable forest practices in its operations. The Company produces lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and other residuals. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and box materials.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

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

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