Current Opportunities

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

This is a full-time, permanent position located at our Millsite. 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. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move into
the local area.

The Chief Inspector is responsible for Al-Pac’s Pressure Equipment Integrity Management
System (PEIMS) and ensures that all documentation related to this quality program are
maintained and current. The Chief Inspector manages the implementation of the internal audit
process and is accountable for ensuring that our pressure equipment is operated in accordance
with the Act. The Chief Inspector leads the Integrity Management Team and ensures that all
individuals (employees and contractors) have the required qualifications, training, experience and
competencies to perform their roles in managing Al-Pac’s program. The Chief Inspector and their
team are also responsible for inspection programs for Safety Relief Valves, Storage Tanks, boilers
and pressure vessels.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all requirements of Al-Pac’s Quality Management system and the Alberta Safety
  Codes Act are met
• Approve equipment specific inspection plans and strategies for pressure equipment
•  Approve plans for in-service inspection, including corrosion monitoring of equipment and
  piping and executing NDE (Non-Destructive Examination) to confirm integrity of equipment
  repairs/alterations and new construction
• Responsible for ensuring that all fabrication, erection and construction activities within the
  plant and at vendor shops meet engineering specifications, regulatory, industry codes and
  other relevant industrial standards
• Ensures all integrity assessments are provided to ABSA summarizing annual work
  completed by the mill. Work typically executed during shutdown and planned maintenance
  outages
• Approve all procedures for repair and alteration of boilers, pressure vessels and pressure
  piping
• Act as technical resource on codes and standards and provide effective inspection services
  for the entire site

Required Experience:

• ABSA In-Service Inspector (ISI) Certificate of Competency (IBPV, IPV & PP)
•  API 510 Certification
• Minimum of ten (10) years of related In-Service inspection experience

Preferred Experience:

• PEIM program management (AB-512 or AB-515)
• API 570 and 653 certifications
• Recognized Welding Inspection Certification
• Pulp mill experience

Knowledge & Skills:

• Technical understanding of pipe fabrication, specifications and codes of construction
• Knowledge of manufacturing plant processes
• Strong understanding of Non-Destructive Testing
• Understanding of the ASME Codes and the Alberta Safety Codes Act

 

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

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

 

Legal Statement

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 Electrician & Instrumentation Maintenance Technician.

Al-Pac is the largest single-line Kraft pulp producer in North America and we are continuously investigating new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products in an environmentally sustainable way.

This is a full-time, permanent position working on a full-time basis at our mill site location near Athabasca, Alberta. 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, and many additional employee incentives. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move to the local area.

Responsibilities:

• Perform Electrical/Instrument installations
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems
• Work on 13.8kv generation and power distribution systems
• Work and perform tasks in a safe manner
• Provide assistance and support to other trades team members to ensure maximum equipment availability; liaise with Operations team members
• Assist in trouble shooting and resolution of maintenance concerns
• Participate in the planning and executing of Electrical/instrumentation installations
• The ability to read Electrical drawings and create material take off list
• Maintain work records; assist to keep work areas clean
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
• Commitment to developing and maintaining technical knowledge

Qualifications:

• Must hold an Alberta or Interprovincial Journeyman Electrician certificate and Journeyman Instrumentation certificate with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in an industrial maintenance setting
• Experience in Power generation distribution would be an asset
• Must hold a valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history in accordance with Management Guide Policy 6.10
• Knowledge & understanding of the Electrical Code C22.1-18

Skills & Abilities:

• Provide direction to other team members/contractors
• Be a motivated, self-starter team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be comfortable working from heights
• Must be able to work shift
• Understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers and Digital Control Systems
• Maintain maintenance records on all calibrations and update data sheets

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

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 an Operating Technician in the Fibreline Business Unit.

This is a 24-month non-permanent contract position working on a full-time basis at our mill site near Athabasca, AB. This position will be rotating between day and night shifts. The successful candidate will receive a competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-weeks annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, with many additional employee incentives.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational help in the Fibreline area
• Rotate through all field positions and future operation of both panel positions within the business unit
•  Actively participate in the SMART process and to model safe behavior on a regular basis
• Support the continuous improvement process by actively taking part in process optimization within the team
• Deals actively and works closely with his/her team members with all operating issues that involve safety, environment, production

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history
• Excellent problem-solving skills and basic knowledge of root cause analysis
• Willingness to work with chemicals used for cooking and bleaching process
• Desire to learn new areas and experience new challenges
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)

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

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 ISO Coordinator.

This is a full-time permanent position working Monday-Thursday, 7:00a.m. – 5: 00p.m at our mill site near Boyle, AB. The successful candidates will receive a competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-weeks annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, with many additional employee incentives. For candidates requiring relocation, Alberta-Pacific offers an attractive relocation assistance package.

Reporting to the BUL Science and Certification, the job is mainly responsible to provide support to pulp mill operations in order to maintain compliance with the ISO 14001, 9001, 17025 and ABSA certification requirements. The job is to perform internal audits for each of the certifications and provide feedback to pulp division on said audits. Corporate support will also be provided to a) the BUL Stakeholder Relations with regards to the new Corporate Social Responsibility framework and b) BUL Indigenous Relations with regards to Al-Pac’s Progressive Aboriginal Relations certification.

• Internal Audits: Design and perform internal audits as required to meet or exceed certification requirements. Provide feedback from audits to pulp division
• External Audits: Coordinate with external service provider and internal resources in a timely manner to ensure the audits are scheduled and performed. Participate in the external audits
• Reviews: Continually review and provide feedback to pulp division on systems used to maintain certification (e.g. MOC, PRIDE, Incite, Headsup, etc.) and manuals (e.g. QEMS manual)
• Corporate Support: Al-Pac’s CSR framework and PAR certification

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED as a minimum
• Post-Secondary Diploma or degree is preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Previous experience with ISO systems is required
• 2 – 3+ years’ experience in a pulp mill would be an asset
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) an asset

Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Computer Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes

Employment Conditions:

• Must be willing to relocate
• Shift work can be required (exceedingly rare)
• Ability to prioritize, manage time well, multitask and troubleshoot
• Ability to work independently. Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, with changing priorities, deadlines, and to readily adapt to change
• Valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history

 

Please note that our current opportunities are open for applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 Mechanical Engineer.

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America and we are
continuously investigating new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products in an
environmentally sustainable way.

This is a full-time, permanent position located at our Millsite near Athabasca, Alberta. The
general working hours are Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am. – 5:00 pm. The successful candidate
will receive a competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-
weeks annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, with many
additional employee incentives. For candidates requiring relocation, Alberta-Pacific offers an
attractive relocation assistance package.

Responsibilities:

• Be an active, contributing, member for capital and maintenance project teams in various
  roles; including as the project manager, assistant, construction manager or as a technical
  resource
• Act as an engineering resource and liaison for area business units
• Investigate mechanical failures and determine failure modes, root causes and develop
  recommendations to prevent repeat failures
• Create work packages for piping failures, pipe modifications and new installations according
  to established codes such as B31.3 / B31.1 / AWWA
• Create work packages for mechanical systems including conveyors, rotating equipment,
  exchangers, HVAC, etc., by communicating with mill maintenance, vendors and with
  personal experience
• Work with Area Planners, Mechanical/Electrical Specialists, Vendors and Area Specialists to
  develop and implement “Best Practices” for maintaining Pulp Division Assets
• Maintain accurate Engineering File/Vendor File information; specifications, equipment
  manuals, BOM, vendor drawings for all of the assets of the assigned Business Units

 

Qualifications:

• Registered with APEGA or eligible for registration (P.Eng or Member in Training)
•  Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Or equivalent)
• Valid driver’s license (GDL removed) and a clean driving record
• Preference will be given to candidates that hold a Project Management certificate or
  equivalent
• Pulp mill and/or industrial plant experience is considered an asset
• Additional qualifications and/or knowledge of ASME, API 650 Codes, CWB, AutoCAD, 3D
  plant, Inventor and/or MS-Office Programs is considered an asset
• Must be willing to relocate

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

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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.

DATE: May 10, 2022
JOB NUMBER: 2022-39
LOCATION: Mill Site (Athabasca)
HYBRID WORK: Eligible

Who are we?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We strive to be leaders in what we do, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members, and work with local communities. We are continuously investigating in new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification.

We understand work is just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a hybrid-work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance.

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a Non- SAP Application Team Leader to manage all aspects of Al-Pac’s non-SAP business applications portfolio. The Team Leader will be the single point of contact, as it relates to the deployment, and support for the non-SAP portfolio of business applications, for Al-Pac users, suppliers, and members of Al-Pac’s IT team. This includes monitoring and mitigating risks to service levels by ensuring that Al-Pac’s non-SAP applications are meeting defined and agreed service delivery targets. Serve as the IT non-SAP business applications operational support escalation point for risks, action items, issues, and decisions.

Role Responsibilities:

• Management of non-SAP business applications and team – Provide oversight, and day to day management of Al-Pac’s non- SAP business. Serve as the operational support escalation point for risks, action items, issues, and decisions. Plan for application updates, assign tasks to team members, including co-managed service providers
• Support - Troubleshoot issues as they arise in a manner that is systematic, predictable, and timely. Liaise with other IT team members and suppliers to resolve any raised issues
• Design - Lead the design of non-SAP business applications / solutions and develop requirements specifications following direction from the Enterprise IT & Data Architect. Ensure the architecture of each specific solution is in line with Al Pac’s enterprise architecture and integration requirements. Provide consistency in solutions by utilizing detailed technology standards, selected product sets and leading design and development practices
• Evolve business application functionality – Work with Business Process Owners, Super Users, and functional specialists in the business areas (Woodlands, Pulp, Environmental Services, etc.) to plan, design and implement new functionality to support business users and processes
• Portfolio Cost Management – Review vendor invoices and update financial cost forecasting as needed. Be responsible for commercial issues resolution and support the IT Business Unit Leader in negotiations with the enterprise vendors and partners

Role Requirements:

• Completion of post-secondary degree or diploma or its equivalent in information and communication technologies or computing science, supplemented by 7 to 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated mastery in troubleshooting and managing information and communications technology
• 3 to 5 + years progressively related work experience
• Experience working business applications including but not limited to LIMS, LRMS, GEO-Spatial ESRI, web applications, DBA tools
• Certifications in project management, organizational change management and IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL 4) are desirable
• Working knowledge of computer networking, technology infrastructure, and information technology security
• Working knowledge of computing environments, trends, and market players
• Strong computer applications skills (Microsoft 365, including Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Extremely well organized with exceptional planning, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• High degree of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Project management experience

What we offer:

• This is a Full-time Permanent position
• You will work out of our Mill Site (Near Athabasca)
• Your working schedule is Monday-Thursday
• A competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-week’s annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, and many additional employee incentives
• Al-Pac has adopted a hybrid work arrangement program. If eligible, this gives you the flexibility of working from home and from the office
• Relocation assistance is available for those who need to move into the local area

Please note our current opportunities are open to applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as
a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon
acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the
government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

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Legal Statement

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.

Al-Pac is seeking an Organizational Change Management Specialist in our St. Albert office.
Reporting to the Business Unit Leader, Stakeholder Relations, this position will provide expert
organizational change management (OCM) business services across the organization in
support of corporate objectives.

This is a full-time, permanent position working a compressed schedule from Monday to Thursday.
Due to COVID-19, the successful candidate is likely to commence working remotely until restrictions
lift. Relocation assistance is also available for those who need to move into the local area.

OUR BUSINESS & CULTURE
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We strive to be leaders in what
we do, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to
the way we grow and develop our team members, and work with local communities. We are
continuously investigating new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a
commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment
that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification .

We are an inclusive workplace where different points of view are welcomed and encouraged. We
believe that diversity in our workforce drives innovation, and we foster a culture that supports team
members to be themselves and rewards thinking differently. You will experience firsthand that our
culture values health and safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, open communication,
productivity and quality.

We also understand that work should be just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team
members have a healthy-work life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a
hybrid work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four
weeks of vacation allowance. As a result of programs like these, combined with our culture and
working environment, we have been recognized over the last decade with Canada’s Top Employer,
Alberta’s Top Employer and Top Employer for Young People awards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• OCM Expertise – provide expertise, coaching and best practice guidance for the development
  of OCM strategies for projects and initiatives across the organization; where required, lead
  development of OCM strategies; work with the corporate communications team to develop
  communications in support of OCM strategies; provide expertise and guidance for
  implementation of OCM strategies; provide expertise, coaching and best practice guidance for
  change resistance; develop and promote internal OCM tools and resources, and coordinate
  OCM training across the organization
• Stakeholder Engagement – engage and collaborate effectively with internal clients and
  stakeholders to develop effective OCM strategies; build effective working relationships with
  clients and stakeholders, and provide consistent professional OCM expertise, coaching and best
  practice guidance in support of business objectives
• Administration - produce, update and provide best practice OCM business services, including
  workflow and process improvements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Undergraduate or post-graduate degree, preferably in Organizational Leadership, Business
  Administration, Leadership, Learning and Organizational Change or a related field.
• 5-7 years professional experience leading organizational change initiatives, preferably using
  the Prosci ADKAR® model.
• Certification in Prosci® is an asset.
• Strong written, verbal, and presenting communication skills
• Strategic planning skills, with experience developing action plans to achieve objectives,
  including timelines and resourcing needs
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
• Ability to engage in effective communication and build positive working relationships with
  internal and external stakeholders with good judgement, tact, discretion and trust.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and manage private, sensitive and confidential
  information accordingly.
• Experience developing and implementing project plans, including setting milestones and
  timelines, and identifying resource requirements

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

 

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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.

DATE: May 10, 2022

JOB NUMBER: 2022- 37

LOCATION: Mill Site (Athabasca)

HYBRID WORK: Non-Eligible

 

 Who are we?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We strive to be leaders in what we do, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members, and work with local communities. We are continuously investigating in new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification.

We understand work is just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a hybrid-work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance.

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a PC Technician to provide on-site desktop and technical support to Al-Pac’ IT end users, including responding to and resolving trouble calls, providing training, and keeping Al-Pac’s computer inventory up to date.

Role Responsibilities:

• Computer hardware repairs and upgrades:
  • Maintain approximately 450 PC workstations and 150 Laptops throughout the Mill and other locations
  • Diagnose and repair/replace/upgrade memory, hard drives, network cards, etc.
  • Receive, test, install and configure computers, printers, monitors, hand held devices, audio visual equipment, Polycom video conferencing units, Smartboards, MS Surfaces and other hardware devices for use on the Al-Pac Network
  • Maintain inventory of all hardware
  • Install and troubleshoot printers, networked and standalone

 Computer Software:

• • Maintain the OS for the Al-Pac PC workstation (Microsoft Windows)
  • Extensive knowledge of MS Office Suite, Active Directory and SCCM
  • Install and configure common devices, drivers, and network clients for use in the Al-Pac production environment
  • Test new upgrades and software to evaluate production capabilities
  • Occasional manual software installations
• Inventory Control
  • Tag and record all computer equipment on the IT inventory database
  • Provide information for off-site repairs and warranty service

Role Requirements:

• Completion of college diploma or its equivalence in information and communication technologies or computing science, supplemented by 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated mastery in troubleshooting and managing information and communications technology
• Working knowledge of the following:
  • Windows 10 /Microsoft 365
  • Imaging computers and installing software with SCCM
  • Detailed knowledge of all components of a PC
  • PC troubleshooting, maintenance and tuning and basic computer networking skills
  • Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), SCCM, Change Gear and iOS devices
  • Network Client Software, Client Access, Microsoft Networking, MS Exchange, Internet browsers
  • Experience with common troubleshooting techniques, and equipment (Memory testers and related software)
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting end users in both an office and industrial environment

 Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Computer Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Scheduling and prioritizing

What we offer:

• This is a Full-time Permanent position
• You will work out of our Mill Site (Near Athabasca)
• Your working schedule is Monday-Thursday
• A competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-week’s annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, and many additional employee incentives
• Al-Pac has adopted a hybrid work arrangement program. If eligible, this gives you the flexibility of working from home and from the office
• Relocation assistance is available for those who need to move into the local area

 

Please note our current opportunities are open to applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

 

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as

a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon

acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the

government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

 

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Legal Statement

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 Process Engineer.

This is a full-time permanent position working Monday-Thursday, 7:00a.m. – 5: 00p.m at our
mill site near Boyle, AB. The successful candidates will receive a competitive annual salary
including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-weeks annual vacation, company paid
dental and extended health benefits, with many additional employee incentives. For candidates
requiring relocation, Alberta-Pacific offers an attractive relocation assistance package.

Core Accountabilities:

The Process Engineer provides engineering and technical support for: pulp mill operating areas,
new projects, customer service and the environment team. This work includes: process analysis
and optimization for improved reliability and environmental impact, and reduced costs;
process/product troubleshooting; performing trials and prefeasibility studies on new technology
and process changes; and providing coaching and technical development to team members.

• Process Design Engineering: Design and continuously improve processes and process
  systems, to deliver the end product within specified cost, environment and quality
  parameters. Perform prefeasibility studies on new technology and process changes
•  Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions that conform to
  organizational and/or regulatory standards
• Contract Management: Manage day-to-day relationships with contract service providers
  while working within an established contract management plan
• Improvement/Innovation: Identify improvements in existing processes, systems and
  procedures, and use established change management programs to address them. Interface
  with research and educational institutes to leverage and implement technology
  developments
• Project Management: Deliver small-scale or medium-scale projects

Education & Experience:

• Chemical Engineering degree or equivalent
• Registered with APEGA or eligible for registration (P.Eng or Member in Training)
• Must hold a valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history
• 2-3 years’ experience as an Engineer or E.I.T
• Experience working within a Pulp Mill and/or Industrial plant is considered an asset
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, and schematics

Competencies:

• Accountability to meet commitments
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity information to effectively solve problems
• Optimizes work processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Communicates effectively
• Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments

Employment Conditions:

• Must be willing to relocate
• Obtain a valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history
• This position may require ascending/descending a ladder to conduct inspections and performing
  work in a confined or restricted space for periods of time

Please note that our current opportunities are open for applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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.

The Opportunity

Al-Pac is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Procurement professional to join the Materials
Management team, working out of the Pulp Mill site. The Procurement Specialist will play an important
role in developing, implementing, and maintaining strategic procurement processes to support the growth
of the company. The position is accountable for creating extensive and detailed requirements
specifications for the required products/services, tendering with potential suppliers, evaluating competing
bids and negotiating prices. Reporting to the Business Unit Leader, Materials Management, this position
will partner with senior leaders to recommend solutions and deliver on the needs of each business unit
and ensure fulfillment in accordance with the SCM operational model.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the local, national, and international supply chain, knowledge
and understanding of Indigenous peoples and cultures, and strong understanding of materials and
services procurement. We are looking for a professional with strong communication and collaboration
skills, client service orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and complexities effectively.
This is a full-time, permanent position. 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, and many additional employee incentives. Relocation assistance is also
available for those who will need to move into the local area.

Responsibilities:

• Procurement – Leading Business Unit Stakeholders and Buyers in building appropriately detailed
  requirements and specifications for the required products/services; build upon existing initiatives and
  developing new successful procurement tools and programs in pursuit of world class procurement
  efficiency and effectiveness; provide technical procurement expertise and guidance within the
  organization and particularly to Buyers
• Contract Management – Identify requirements and write specifications for existing and new
  contracts; review contracts and agreements, editing and negotiating changes, being the first tier
  approver of such and submitting for final approval to appropriate level of leadership
• Sourcing - Collect and analyze the key cost drivers, market dynamics and issues, areas of
  innovation, and alternative suppliers, in consultation with business unit leaders to provide solid
  market information for decision making
• Stakeholder Engagement – Partnering with stakeholders, finding out their needs/issues/concern
  and responding to promote understanding and commitment; developing strategic procurement
  solutions; assist buyers with stakeholder engagement

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or in another related field
• 7-10 years’ relevant experience in manufacturing, forestry, transportation, logistics, Customer
  Service, or Supply Chain Management
• Experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining strategic procurement processes
• Experience in inventory planning / management, supply chain concepts, and related methodologies
• Experience in contract and competitive bid legislation
• Proven multi-tasking skills to handle multiple concurrent work items in dynamic environment, under
  tight deadlines and requirements; strong decision-making skills and ability to work independently
• Strong understanding of materials and services procurement as well as contracting and contract
  deliverables
• Global sales and logistics experience considered an asset

Competencies:

• Manages complexity
• Communicates effectively
• Business Insight & Financial Acumen
• Ensures accountability
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Customer Focus
• Persuasion

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

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 3 highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team players for the role of Operating Technician in the Pulp Finishing Business Unit.

Al-Pac is the largest single-line Kraft pulp producer in North America and we are continuously investigating new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products in an environmentally sustainable way.

This is a long-term, non-permanent 2-year contract position working on a full-time basis at our mill site location near Athabasca, Alberta. This position rotates between day and night shifts. New hires will be eligible to apply for permanent internal opportunities.

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, and many additional employee incentives.

Responsibilities

• Handling, loading and quality testing of the finished product
• Operation of the bale line equipment and the quality testing of the finished product
• Labor intensive tasks in hot and humid conditions requiring a high level of physical effort
• Clean up throughout the business unit

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history
• Good communication skills
• Self-motivated individual who works well in a team environment

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

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 Risk Assurance & Advisory Services Specialist (Internal Audit).

This is a full-time permanent position located at our St. Albert Office. 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. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move into the local area.

Responsibilities

Internal audit financial or operational reviews/audit responsibilities include:

• Providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the company operations
• Designing, planning and completing reviews of operations, processes and controls
• Interacting with senior management and discussing findings and recommendations from reviews/audits
• Maintaining the credibility of the Internal Audit function by performing work in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Standards
• Building positive working relationships with stakeholders

J-SOX internal controls responsibilities include:

• Reviewing company level controls, financial close and reporting process controls, process level controls, IT application controls and IT General controls
• Evaluating design effectiveness and process-level internal controls – conducting risk assessments and identifying controls in place to mitigate identified risk
• Maintaining updated documentation including risk control matrices / procedural write-ups (narratives) / Flowcharts / checklists
• Controls testing, identifying control gaps and recommending remediation for deficiencies
• Researching new or technical subjects when required to support the internal controls work

Qualifications

• Recognized accounting designation
• CIA/CISA designation would be an asset
• Minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in public accounting
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of best practices in auditing and internal controls
• Strong IFRS knowledge
• Experience in a highly computerized manufacturing environment
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail

Other

• Extensive travel will be required to the Millsite in Boyle, Alberta

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

 

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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 Risk Assurance & Advisory Services Analyst (Internal Audit).

This is a great position for an experienced professional, or a rewarding development opportunity for a recent graduate.

This is a full-time permanent position located at our St. Albert Office. 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. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move into the local area.

Responsibilities

Internal audit financial or operational reviews/audit responsibilities include:

• Providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the company operations
• Designing, planning and completing reviews of operations, processes and controls
• Interacting with senior management and discussing findings and recommendations from reviews/audits
• Maintaining the credibility of the Internal Audit function by performing work in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Standards
• Building positive working relationships with stakeholders

J-SOX internal controls responsibilities include:

• Reviewing company level controls, financial close and reporting process controls, process level controls, IT application controls and IT General controls
• Evaluating design effectiveness and process-level internal controls – conducting risk assessments and identifying controls in place to mitigate identified risk
•  Maintaining updated documentation including risk control matrices / procedural write-ups (narratives) / Flowcharts / checklists
• Controls testing, identifying control gaps and recommending remediation for deficiencies
• Researching new or technical subjects when required to support the internal controls work

Education & Experience

• Recognized accounting designation
• Considered an Asset:
  o CIA/CISA designation would be an asset
  o Previous experience in public accounting would be an asset
  o Excellent knowledge and understanding of best practices in auditing and internal controls
  o Strong IFRS knowledge
  o Experience in a highly computerized manufacturing environment
  o Self-motivated with strong attention to detail

Other

• Extensive travel will be required to the Millsite in Athabasca, Alberta

Please forward your resume in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca. Please note that our current opportunities are open for applicants for a limited time.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Legal Statement

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.

DATE: May 10, 2022,
JOB NUMBER: 2022-38
LOCATION: Mill Site (Athabasca)
HYBRID WORK: Eligible

Who are we?
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We strive to be leaders in what we do, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members, and work with local communities. We are continuously investigating in new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification.

We understand work is just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a hybrid-work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance.

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a SAP Application Team Leader to manage all aspects of SAP solutions deployed at Al-Pac. Leading a team of functional and IT professionals, the Team Leader will be the single point of contact, as it relates to the deployment, and support for Al-Pac’s SAP solutions, for Al-Pac users, suppliers, and members of Al-Pac’s IT team. This includes monitoring and mitigating risks to service levels by ensuring that Al-Pac’s SAP solutions are meeting defined and agreed service delivery targets. Serve as the IT SAP Solutions operational support for escalation point for risks, action items, issues, and decisions.

Role Responsibilities:

• Management of Al-Pac’s SAP solution set and team – Provide oversight, and day to day management, assign tasks and duties to SAP team members, including co-managed service providers. Plan for and update in accordance with SAP releases and business process changes
• Evolve SAP solutions and functionality– Work with business areas to design and implement new SAP functionality to support business users and processes. Recommend updates and functional changes as well as ensuring seamless integration between SAP solutions and legacy applications
• Co-manage service delivery with selected suppliers - Single point of contact for Al-Pac’s SAP supplier contracts. Responsible for the formalization of service level agreements. Monitor co-managed services for SLA compliance
• SAP Solution cost management - Review vendor invoices and update financial cost forecasting as needed. Be responsible for commercial issues resolution and support the IT Business Unit Leader in negotiations with the enterprise vendors and partners
• Support - Troubleshoot issues as they arise in a manner that is systematic, predictable, and timely. Liaise with other IT team members and suppliers to resolve any raised issues

Role Requirements:

• Completion of post-secondary degree or diploma or its equivalent in information and communication technologies or computing science, supplemented by 5 to 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated mastery in troubleshooting and managing information and communications technology
• Experience working with and leading SAP S4/Hana Centres of Excellence
• Certifications in project management, organizational change management and IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL 4) are desirable
• Experience in strategic planning and execution
• Working knowledge of computer networking, technology infrastructure, and information technology security
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High degree of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Project Management

What we offer:

• This is a Full-time Permanent position
• You will work out of our Mill Site (Near Athabasca)
• Your working schedule is Monday-Thursday
• A competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-week’s annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, and many additional employee incentives.
•  Al-Pac has adopted a hybrid work arrangement program. If eligible, this gives you the flexibility of working from home and from the office
• Relocation assistance is available for those who need to move into the local area

 

Please note our current opportunities are open to applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as
a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon
acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the
government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

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Legal Statement

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 two highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team players for the role of Woodlands Operations Coordinator.

Al-Pac is the largest single-line Kraft pulp producer in North America and we are continuously investigating new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products in an environmentally sustainable way.

This is a full-time, permanent position located at our mill near Athabasca, Alberta. 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. Relocation assistance is also available for those who will need to move into the local area.

Al-Pac’s Woodlands Operations Coordinator is responsible for the delivery of logs to the mill, coordinating logging, hauling, road construction, road maintenance, reclamation activities, and associated contract management.

Responsibilities:

• Operations Management – Managing a significant operational area, delivering quality logs to the mill and ensuring that operations are efficient
• Project Planning, Risk & Issue Management – Logging, hauling, road construction, road maintenance, reclamation activities, and associated contract management. Assisting managing capital road construction and road maintenance upgrades
• Inspections – Providing technical support to inspections of the quality of the harvesting production, road and drainage structures, log quality and reclamation in accordance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement – Liaising with AAF to obtain plan approvals and meet legislative requirements. Working with stakeholders and First Nations to obtain economic opportunities and promoting local aboriginal initiatives
•  Budgeting – Delivering cost expectations while supporting safety, quality, production, community and environmental objectives. Preparing and reporting variance to budgets and quarterly forecasts

Education & Experience:

• University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry
• Active Registered Professional Forester (RPF), or eligible for Alberta certification
• Comprehensive job-related experience to fully competent level
• Proven track record of supervisory experience in forestry operations including road construction, harvesting and transportation
• Experience in planning, GIS mapping and road engineering
• Knowledge of Provincial / Federal legislation relating to water acts, dispositions

Working conditions:

• Al-Pac has a large Forest Management Area (FMA), which demands frequent travel on variable road conditions
• Overnight stays may be required at fully serviced camps or hotels, depending on where operations are active within the FMA
• This is a site-based role however, working from home may be required due to Covid-19

Please forward all resumes in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca. This position will be open until filled.

 

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

 

Legal Statement

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.

DATE: May 12, 2022
JOB NUMBER: 2022-40
HYBRID WORK: Not eligible
LOCATION: Mill Site (Athabasca)

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a Woodroom Operations Specialist to strategically plan and improve efficiencies within the log yard.
The Woodroom Specialist supports pulp production functions, equipment and processing of 2.6 million cubic meters of logs annually. This position ensures the ongoing, systematic process of matching programs and processes with the most cost-effective operational strategies to maximize overall production reliability and efficiencies.
Who are we?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We strive to be leaders in what we do, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members, and work with local communities. We are continuously investigating in new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

We understand work is just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance.

Role Responsibilities:

• Operations Management and Control – Specialized focus on strategic long/short term planning and improving efficiencies within the log yard, inventory tracking (logs, chips and hog), road maintenance planning and upkeep
• Equipment Installation Maintenance and Repair – Organizing and supporting maintenance outages, monitoring/improving uptime and driving operational efficiencies
• Pulp Division Policies, Guidelines, and Protocols – Supports the development and delivery of Pulp Division policies, guidelines, and protocols
• Data Collection and Analysis - Uses data from a wide range of sources to analyze key themes and identify possible impacts on the business
• Operational Compliance - Follows mandatory procedures to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and ensures adherence to external and internal codes
• Coaching and Mentoring – provides technical guidance and support to team

Role Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in manufacturing/forestry maintenance and service, including lubricating machinery, changing parts, or performing other routine machinery maintenance
• Computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to prioritize, manage time, multitask and troubleshoot
•  Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities and deadlines
• Interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Available to answer calls every third weekend, with a requirement to attend the mill in person on very rare occasions
• Considered an asset:
  o Post-Secondary Diploma or degree in a related subject

What we offer:

• You will work out of our Mill Site (Near Athabasca)
• Your working schedule is Monday-Thursday, 7am to 5pm
• A competitive annual salary including paid pension and matching RRSP program, 4-week’s annual vacation, company paid dental and extended health benefits, and many additional employee incentives
• This is a Permanent position
• Relocation assistance is available for those who need to move into the local area

Please note our current opportunities are open to applicants for a limited time, resumes can be forwarded in confidence to alpac.careers@alpac.ca.

Successful external applicants must provide government issued proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 as
a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will be requested upon
acceptance of an offer of employment. Please note that for Alberta residents, only the
government issued QR code is accepted as proof of vaccination.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

Legal Statement

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.