Computer engineering Jobs in Whitecourt, AB

Dry End Operator – Whitecourt Pulp Mill

Application deadline: February 15, 2026

Millar Western’s Whitecourt Pulp Division is seeking a highly motivated Dry End Operator to join the Production team. This position is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the pulp finishing and warehouse areas. Duties include operating a forklift, handling and moving finished pulp within the warehouse, loading trucks and railcars, and working on the finishing line to ensure product quality and production targets are met.

The Dry End Operator will work in the Production team and is expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of Millar Western’s safety culture. This is a shift position working rotating 12-hour day and night shifts.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 education and be a minimum of 18 years of age. Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. Forklift experience and a strong safety record are required. Good communication skills, proficiency with the MS Office suite, and familiarity with SAP are considered assets. While a 3rd or 4th Class Power Engineering (steam) ticket is not required at the time of hire, the successful candidate will be expected to complete the required power engineering coursework and exams within two years of hiring.

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 in Alberta and British Columbia, supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly, communities offering an excellent quality of life.

We Offer:

• a competitive wage and benefits program that includes a defined contribution pension plan and comprehensive dental and health insurance benefits
• a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction and Work Safe Alberta.
• 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 dynamic and family-oriented community, located 170 km from Edmonton and offering excellent amenities and a great quality of life.

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.