Process Operator

As a Process Operator at Irving Pulp and Paper, you will join a team of dedicated Operations and Maintenance professionals and contribute to the safe and reliable operation of our causticizing plant. You will gain exposure to leading edge technologies and process equipment which offers ample opportunity to grow and develop long term careers.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide your knowledge and expertise of related operations to maintain and optimize processes and process equipment. Working in the Causticizing area within the Chemical Recovery and Utilities Department, you will also:

- Maintain and optimize equipment and processes
- Start up and shut down all plant equipment independently
- Issue safe work permits and prepare equipment for maintenance in compliance with all guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues
- Assist with the commissioning of new projects
- Assist in overseeing day-to-day plant and field activities
- Identify and scope out opportunities to maximize production, minimize operating costs, and eliminate downtime
- Maintain proper documentation, including operating logs, maintenance records, and safety and environmental reports
- Provide relief for various operating positions, including clean-up, lifting and handling of materials and general labour duties

Qualifications

- Education Required: Completed 2-year post-secondary education within a related industrial field (i.e. Process Control Technician diploma), or combination of completed 2-year post-secondary education and relevant work experience
- The ability to work safely with excellent communication skills, attention to detail and good organization skills
- Strong analytical problem solving and decision making
- Ability to think outside of the box and constantly look for continuous improvement opportunities
- Mechanical aptitude
- Display initiative and work flexibility
- Must be able to work well within a Team and with minimal supervision
- Must be medically fit and physically capable of manual labour
- Irving Pulp & Paper is a 24/7 operation - must be able to work on a 12-hour shift schedule (rotating days and nights)

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

- Job Identification 6176
- Job Category Production & Skilled Trades
- Posting Date 09/24/2025, 05:03 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations 408 Mill Street, Saint John, NB, E2M 3H1, CA

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