Posted 16 days ago
Head Sawfiler
@ West Fraser
Manning, Alberta
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a Head Sawfiler in Manning, Alberta, to lead the Saw Filing Department and report to the Maintenance Superintendent. The role covers saw maintenance, filing shop quality, production targets and shift scheduling, with day, evening and weekend shifts. Compensation is a competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the saw filing department and its team
- Maintain saws, guides and chipping knives
- Meet production targets and quality standards
- Manage spare parts inventory and shift schedules
Requirements summary:
- Ability to lead a team with little supervision
- Experience benching round and band saws
- Knowledge of canters, band mills, edgers and chippers
- Valid journeyperson sawfiler certification preferred
- Flexibility for day, evening and weekend shifts
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-21
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-21
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Sawfiler Certification, Provincial Journeyperson Sawfiler Certification |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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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. Our division in Manning is currently recruiting for Head Sawfiler position.
Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, leading the Saw Filing Department. Higher consideration will be granted to those who have previous experience in the wood remanufacturing sector, in a sawmill, planer mill or with forest products.
You'll Do:
- Maintenance of workplace and saw filing safety
- Achieving production targets
- Inspecting, maintaining, and calibrating precision equipment
- Enforcement of filing shop quality control standards
- Designing of saws
- Calculating saw speeds and feeds
- Maintaining spare parts inventory
- Shift scheduling
- Troubleshooting and examining saws for defects
- Management of saw box water and lubrication
You will have:
- Ability to lead a team to work independently with little supervision
- Experience benching round saws and band saws (e.g. repairing, tensioning, leveling, tipping, sharpening)
- Knowledge of functionality, maintenance, and alignment associated with a Canter, Band Mills, Trim Saw, Gang Saws, Edgers, and Chippers.
- Ability to service and supervise all aspects of saw maintenance
- Understanding of preventative maintenance processes related to saw shop and sawmill machinery
- Technical understanding of the manufacturing and servicing of saws, guides, and chipping knifes
- Schedule flexibility – as work may require day, evening, and weekend shifts
- Preference will be given to a Valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Sawfiler Certification
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
- Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.
Your Workplace Location:
Discover the charm of Manning, Alberta, a welcoming northern community nestled along the scenic Notikewin River. Known as the "Land of the Mighty Moose," Manning offers a relaxed lifestyle, abundant outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community. Located just 45 minutes from Peace River and five hours from Edmonton, it combines small-town living with easy access to modern amenities and endless opportunities to explore the outdoors.
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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