Current Opportunities

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team player for the role of LIMS System Analyst.

The Systems Analyst (SA) provides support for the administration and maintenance of Al-Pac’s infrastructure applications, including the Log Inventory Management System (LIMS) and various custom applications. Monitoring the performance and security of services is essential to ensure efficient operations and to meet business and service requirements. The SA delivers technical support which includes the development, configuration, testing, implementation, integration and management of systems and applications. This position works with internal clients and teams to implement and support the delivery of new services and provide ongoing troubleshooting and technical support to ensure availability, efficiency, and security of systems and applications.

This is a permanent position working Monday-Thursday (7:00am to 5:00pm) at our Mill Site. The successful candidate will receive a competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-week’s annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, with many additional employee incentives.

Responsibilities

Application Administration & Monitoring: Provides Log Inventory Management System (LIMS) support and maintenance including product and vendor management. Provides support for custom applications. Ensures all systems adhere to technical guidelines and best practices. Develops and tests disaster recovery plans for critical services to ensure business continuity.

Programming: Performs scripting and programming, and report writing. Creates, implements, and refines scripts and tools to allow for effective automation, monitoring, and maintenance of services.

Technical Support: Liaises with clients and provides technical support as needed. Troubleshoots issues affecting users and performs root cause analysis. Works with vendors to develop and implement solutions to problems. Provides rotating on-call support.

Development & Implementation of New Services/Systems: Provides technical consultation and strategic advice to clients on the development of upgrades and implementation of new technology and information systems.

Database Management: Develops, configures and maintains the performance of databases. Develops processes to optimize database performance and sets and maintains database standards. Diagnoses and troubleshoots database issues. Creates and manages databased reports.

Research & Planning: Contributes to the development of long-term strategic planning. Works with clients to identify needs and works with vendors to design architectures that meet technology and business needs. Executes project work plans and suggests revisions as needed to support changing requirements.

Education & Experience

• University or technical institute degree in the field of computer science or related experience.
• Experience in system administration and support.
• Experience with Oracle and SQL.
• Experience with development and implementation of quality controls and standards, including operating procedures for management, production, and processing of data.
• Must have knowledge of database management and design concepts.
• Experience with the following would be considered an asset:
  • Log Inventory Management System or similar products.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction, as well as within a team.
• Previous change management and document management experience.

Competencies

• Change Management
• Communication
• Time Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service Orientation

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages
applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to
all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position;
however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team player for the role of Business Partner, HR – Pulp.

Due to COVID-19, the successful candidate is likely to commence working remotely until restrictions lift, then they will be located at the Millsite north of Boyle, Alberta.

This is a full-time and permanent position working Monday-Thursday. The successful candidate will receive a competitive annual salary, including a paid pension and matching RRSP program, four-weeks annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, with many additional employee incentives. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move to the local area.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment, orientation, on-boarding and offboarding
• Training and development
• Performance management and succession management
• Team member records, policies, privacy and legislative compliance
• Compensation and benefits
• Team member relations and employee engagement

Education & Experience:

• Minimum post-secondary degree in a related field (Business, HR Management, etc.)
• Chartered Professional Human Resources (CPHR) designation (asset)
• Five-ten years progressive human resources experience
• Forestry, manufacturing environment and/or commodity industry experience (asset)
• In-depth knowledge of legislation and regulations

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven influencer with the ability to provide direction to business clients
• Excels at taking the initiative and working independently, with minimal supervision
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments
• Strong coaching, facilitation, conflict resolution and relationship management skills
• Critical thinker and problem solver with thorough financial and business acumen
• Resilience and persistence to drive sustainable business success

Please forward your resume in confidence to careers@alpac.ca. This position will be considered open until filled.

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.