Posted 22 days ago
Cariboo Pulp - General Application
@ West Fraser
Quesnel, British Columbia
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a General Labourer at its Cariboo Pulp mill in Quesnel, BC, an entry-level labour pool role. The work covers housekeeping in the Chip Screens area, learning safety procedures and troubleshooting equipment, with seniority-based bidding into other departments. The posting states a starting rate of $34.72 per hour under the Unifor 1115 collective agreement.
Pay:
$34.72 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Housekeeping in the Chip Screens area
- Learning safety procedures
- Troubleshooting equipment as requested
- Bidding into departments as seniority accrues
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 diploma
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Desire to learn, grow and succeed
- Post-secondary education an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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West Fraser
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We are a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe.
Full company description
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
- LinkedIn followers
- 55,708
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,494
- Reported office locations
- 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6P5, CA
- 57 Germantown Ct., Suite 300, 300, Germantown, TN 38138, US
- 885 W Georgia St, Suite 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3E8, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Paper Manufacturing
- Wholesale
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Product Design
- Furniture
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- West Fraser
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Plywood
- LVL
- MDF
- OSB
- and particleboard
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,768,758
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Quesnel, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | LumberPlywoodLVLMDFOSBand particleboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 78 |
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West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Cariboo Pulp is currently recruiting for a General Labourer.
This opening is for the entry level position into the pulp mill. The successful candidate will start in the labour pool and use their seniority to bid into production or other departments as positions become available.
You'll Do:
As part of the labour pool your main responsibilities will include:
- Housekeeping in our Chip Screens area
- Learning our safety procedures
- Troubleshooting equipment as requested
As you accrue seniority in the union you will have the opportunity to bid into various departments when positions open up.
You have:
- A grade 12 diploma
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Our West Fraser values (including integrity, humility, teamwork, frugality, innovation, competitiveness, and respect)
- The desire to learn, grow and succeed
- Post-secondary education would be considered an asset
Your Workplace Location:
Located in Quesnel, BC, Cariboo Pulp is a forerunning producer of NBSK pulp as well as clean, green energy. Quesnel has a population of approximately 25,000 and features all major conveniences, including its own airport. Quesnel offers affordable housing, modern recreational and educational facilities, regular community events, as well as unlimited recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast. It doesn’t take long to feel part of Quesnel’s welcoming community. For more information on the city of Quesnel, visit https://www.quesnel.ca/.
Compensation Package:
- The hourly pay rate for this position will follow the collective agreement between Unifor 1115 and Cariboo Pulp Ltd. Starting rate will be $34.72/hour.
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
Sustainability Report | West Fraser
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