Millar Western’s Whitecourt Pulp Division, is seeking an experienced Production – Day Supervisor. Reporting to the Production Manager, this individual will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the Pulp Mill facility including all aspects of safety, quality, people and production. The successful candidate will maintain the highest standards for safety performance, leading through personal example and employee engagement. In addition to this, this individual will be involved in power price mitigation strategies, grade recipes, production planning and liaison with other departments to ensure the successful operation of our BCTMP mill.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will possess a 3rd or 4th class Power Engineer certificate as well as several years of progressive management experience in a pulp mill environment. A thorough knowledge of all phases of a BCTMP Pulp Mill including quality control and continuous improvement will be essential for success. In addition to technical knowledge, he or she will exhibit the excellent interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively delegate tasks and to direct, support and motivate others in a team environment.

Why work for us?
Millar Western is a privately-owned Alberta company active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating a high-tech pulp mill supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly, communities offering an excellent quality of life.

We offer:

• an industry-leading wage and benefits program, that includes a pension plan, comprehensive dental and health insurance and a profit-sharing plan
• a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction, Work Safe Alberta and the Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces
• a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
• a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps.