Student - Production Worker - Kedgwick Sawmill

About the Role

Looking for a summer job that offers great pay, valuable work experience, and the opportunity to develop skills that will benefit you throughout your career?

The Kedgwick Sawmill is seeking motivated and hardworking students to join our team as Production Workers for the summer of 2027. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment while working alongside experienced employees.

No previous experience is required. We will provide the training and support needed for you to succeed.

Why join our team?

• $24.21\hour, paid weekly
• Full-time summer employment (May to August 2027, or based on availability)
• Day, night, and weekend shifts available as operationally required
• No experience required
• Safe and supportive work environment
• Work close to home
• Competitive and reliable summer income
• Gain valuable industrial and manufacturing experience
• Develop teamwork, safety, and problem-solving skills
• Potential opportunities for future student employment and long-term careers with J.D. Irving Limited

Responsibilities

What you'll do:

As a Student, you'll play an important role in supporting the daily operations of the sawmill.

• Supporting production activities throughout various areas of the mill
• Providing relief coverage during employee breaks and vacation periods
• Performing housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Rotating through various trained positions within the operation
• Assisting with material handling activities, including lifting, pulling, and stacking materials
• Following all safety procedures and workplace standards
• Performing other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• Currently enrolled in high school, college, or university, or accepted into a post-secondary program for Fall 2027
• Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn
• Able to perform physical work, including lifting, pulling, and stacking materials
• Committed to quality work and workplace safety
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Quick learners with a positive attitude
• Able to meet J.D. Irving Limited selection criteria

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We 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.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.