Pay Rate: Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Permanent
About the Role: This position reports to the Wood Processing Team in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. The Grande Prairie mill is a 1000+ tonne per day Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill.It currently operates with approximately 390 mill employees in a high performance, results oriented environment.
Key Functions This role is responsible for operating in the Wood Room, Wood Yard, and Chip Screen Room processes as required. Wood Processing Operators may operate the Portal Yard Crane, material handlers in the Wood Yard, and operate heavy mobile equipment to support chip screening and waste wood fuel (biomass) processes.
Key Accountabilities Safety Participate in the safety, health, and environmental activities in accordance with standards established by the Grande Prairie Mill
Adhere to all safe practices, annual health surveillance checks, and have the ability to wear a respirator or SCBA/SABA as required.
Operate mobile and process equipment Operate the Portal Yard Crane and material handlers, unloading trucks to supply the Wood Room with wood fiber
Operate Caterpillar 988 and 990 Wheel Loader
Operate Wood Processing equipment
Troubleshoot Wood Room, Screen Room, and biomass process equipment
Complete process tours and process equipment inspections
Clean and wash equipment as well as housekeeping duties
Take process samples for lab analysis
Shut down, startup process equipment and complete equipment isolations
Issue permits: Safe Work, Confined Space and Hot Work
Other duties as assigned
Work Systems Improvements Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of technical standards, work instructions and procedures, identifying and implementing changes as necessary
Participate in maintenance basic care programs
About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Core Competencies Quality Orientation and Standards Compliance
Time Management – Planning and Organizing
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving




Accountability and Dependability
Decision Making and Judgment
Communication
Teamwork
Qualifications Required qualifications include:
High school grade 12 diploma or GED
Willing to work a compressed 12-hour shift (days, nights and weekends)
Willing and able to work overtime
Capability using a computer for record keeping and documentation
Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy environment
Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with good verbal and written English skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Comprehend work instructions and set priorities with the ability to work independently as well as part of the team to safely accomplish objectives
Proactive approach to troubleshooting/problem identification
Able to perform physically demanding work
Demonstrated safety leadership
Mechanical aptitude
Preferred qualifications include: Heavy equipment operator training certification
About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF): Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF:



Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:
Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
Medical & Dental
Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
Life & Disability Insurance
On-site Cafeteria
On-site Nurse
Strong Safety Culture
Physical Location of Position : 53024A Resources Road
County of Grande Prairie No.1
Directions: Travel 12 kms south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road.
Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other advantages and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (833) 753-3242.

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📌 Chips and Biomass Operator (Alberta)
🏢 Global Cellulose Fibers
📍 Alberta