Shift Lab Technician
Application deadline: August 11, 2025Millar Western Forest Products Ltd. is currently seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated person with a strong commitment to productivity and continuous improvement to join our Whitecourt Pulp Division as a Shift Technician, responsible for quality testing on pulp. This is a full-time position, working 12-hour shifts, and includes on-the-job training, established progression plans and opportunities for advancement within the mill’s technical group.
The ideal candidate
The qualified candidate will possess a high school diploma, the ability to work independently within a team environment and will hold a valid driver’s license. A diploma from a technical institute, or previous laboratory experience, would be considered an asset.
Why work for us?
Millar Western is a privately-owned company active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating high-tech pulp mills supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly, communities offering an excellent quality of life.
What we offer:
- a competitive wage and benefits program, that includes a pension plan, comprehensive dental and health insurance and a profit-sharing plan
- a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction, Work Safe Alberta and the Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces
- a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
- a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps
This position is located in Whitecourt, Alberta, a vibrant community 170 km northwest of Edmonton, offering excellent housing, educational and recreational opportunities.
Millar Western is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.