Entry Level Operator

About the job

Company Overview

Who we are. At Mercer International Inc., our vision of transforming biomass into bioproducts for a more sustainable world is being realized every day. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Canada, Germany, and the United States. We have a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.3 million tonnes of kraft pulp and 960 million board feet of softwood lumber.

What we believe. A culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Opportunities currently exist for Entry Level Operators. These opportunities are entry level in nature and will be utilized to provide support in various departments throughout the Mill in a variety of positions. As these positions are used to provide relief coverage, the scheduled days and the hours of work can vary depending upon need. The ability to be flexible in your work scheduling is a must.

This entry level position is designed to be a gateway position into the line of progression within our workplace. Candidates within the entry level operator position have the ability to bid on available positions through the various mill departments when they become available. The vacancies are then filled by qualification and seniority. The successful candidates will be those who are motivated, safety focused and work well as a part of a team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Positive attitude towards safety.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods of time.
• Mechanical knowledge and aptitude for troubleshooting.
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (required).
• Class 5 drivers license (required).
• Experience operating heavy duty equipment is considered an asset.
• Graduation from a recognized Plant/Process Operator program or equivalent industrial process training is considered an asset.
• OFA Level 3 is considered an asset.
• 4th Class Steam Ticket is considered an asset.

Benefits

At Mercer Celgar, we invest in our team members and ensure their well-being. As a member of our team, vacation and benefits are as per the Labour Agreement between Mercer Celgar and the Private Woodworkers of Canada Local #1 and include:

Pension and Benefits

• We provide a competitive pension plan.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits and an onsite gym.
• Base Salary: $37.55 hourly per the Labour Agreement

Application Process

Mercer Celgar is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Submit your resume to the documents folder on the application. Resumes and all supporting documents must be submitted no later than November 20, 2026. We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.