JOB DESCRIPTION
What We Offer
Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Starting wage of $32.525/hour with opportunity to progress
• Night shift and Sunday premiums
• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & family assistance programs
• RRSP matching program
• Plant bonus potential
• Health & wellness reimbursements
• Product purchase program
• Uniform allowance
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate high speed production and packaging equipment and technology safely
• Perform diagnostics / troubleshooting duties of various production and packaging lines
• Maintain, monitor, and/or adjust equipment and technology based on the production runs and quality standards
• Handle and feed a variety of raw materials into machinery and equipment in an effort to maintain production runs
• Work closely with maintenance and logistics and use sound judgement when working with a team and other departments
• Perform all of the above duties safely and respect high health and safety standards, perform general housekeeping duties on assigned production and packaging lines in an effort to support safety standards
• All other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Required: College diploma in a related technical field preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and previous experience working in manufacturing environment would be considered an asset
• Ability to work rotating shifts (days/nights/weekend)
• Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
• High degree of attention to detail; organized and have demonstrated the ability to multi-task
• Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills (verbal and written)
• High degree of safety awareness

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Irving Tissue , we know the key to success is our people.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.
Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.