Junior Mill Operator

1 week ago

Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada Kruger Inc. Full time

Junior Mill Operator 2025
Activity sector: Pulp and Paper

Site: Kamloops, BC

Wage: $36.11 per hour

Schedule: 4 on, 4 off (2 day shifts, 2 night shifts,12-hours each)

YOUR ROLE
The Kruger Kamloops Pulp Mill is recruiting for Jr. Mill Operator positions for our four main Operations departments; Chip Yard, Fibreline, Machine Room and Power & Recovery. Jr. Mill Operator employees start in the labour pool and will be placed in a department based on current need. Employees can then use their seniority to bid into a department and train up the line of progression.

New employees start with a three-day orientation and are provided extensive safety and job specific training. Schedules are typically 12-hour shifts on a 4 on, 4 off rotation. Employees work two-day shifts, followed by two-night shifts, and then have four days off.

The starting wage is $36.11 per hour with opportunities to develop new skills and increase wages by moving up departmental lines of progression. This permanent full-time position involves shift work, manual labour and equipment operation.

This posting will be used in rotation until the end of the year, and candidates will be selected from the pool of applicants when Jr. Mill Operator positions become available. When the posting is present on our recruitment website ) we are in a round of active recruitment.

Your Responsibilities
The Jr. Mill Operator position offers variety in the work that is performed, including indoor and outdoor work. Common duties include:

ü Equipment operation involving a vacuum truck, forklift, front-end loader, etc.

ü Area clean-up

ü Loading bales of pulp into warehouse and railcars

ü Process testing

ü Ensuring processes and equipment run safely

Your Skills And Abilities
ü Desire to learn, grow and succeed

ü Excellent written and oral communication skills

ü Strong problem solving & analytical skills, excellent judgment

ü Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks in an environment with competing demands;

ü Detail oriented;

ü Work well in team and possess a friendly and positive demeanor and professional image

Your Qualifications
ü 2-3 Years experience working in a safety sensitive industrial environment

ü High school diploma or equivalent

ü Valid class 5 Driver's License

ü Experience operating heavy equipment is an asset

ü Demonstrated experience being a leader in safety is an asset

WHY WORK AT KRUGER?
At Kruger, we believe in giving our employees the space to grow in a dynamic and stimulating environment, to encourage their development, and to enrich their professional lives. That's why many of our employees have been with us for a long time.

At Kruger, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, not just because it is the right thing to do but because differences make us stronger and we benefit from this as a business. Our inclusive culture requires all employees to be open-minded and welcoming of people with diverse backgrounds, preferences, needs and thoughts. Through our shared commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, we create a great place to work, one that is able to attract the best people, build stronger teams, communicate better, innovate more and achieve the best results.

When you work at Kruger, you can count on a wide range of
benefits
such as competitive group insurance, registered pension plans and continuing education programs. In addition to finding a
stimulating
work environment that offers many
opportunities
for growth, you'll have the chance to work for a company that truly cares about its employees.

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