Production Manager

High Prairie, Alberta

At Tolko, our Production Managers are the driving force behind safe, efficient, and high-performing operations. They build strong teams, foster a culture of accountability, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring people go home safe every day. This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping the future of our operation while making a lasting impact on people, performance, and culture.

We’re looking for a Production Manager to join our High Prairie OSB Division, located in High Prairie, Alberta. Our mill has undergone an exciting major rebuild and modernization including the commissioning of a new continuous press making us one of the most modern mills in North America.   

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications: 

• Grade 12 diploma; post-secondary education in Engineering, Wood Sciences, Manufacturing, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and safe work practices.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
• Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably within wood products or a heavy industrial environment.
• Experience leading teams in a production setting.
• Continuous manufacturing and continuous press experience is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms.  Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.  

In this role you will:  

• Lead, coach, and develop frontline teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership and accountability.
• Drive production performance, productivity, recovery, and quality results.
• Collaborate across operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to solve challenges and improve processes.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and resources to meet production targets and budgets.
• Identify operational, maintenance, and safety improvement opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational modernization efforts.

So, what’s in it for you? 

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members. 
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience.  The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 to $156,000 per year.  
• You'll earn an additional northern allowance on top of your base pay.
• You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program. 
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plan.  
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. 
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees. 
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. 

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko.  Our family has been producing innovative forest products for 70 years.  Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.   

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.  

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say!  

About High Prairie 

Located four hours northwest of Edmonton, the Town of High Prairie is a thriving community with 26,957 hectares of park and protected natural assets.  There are endless outdoor activities for both land and lake lovers alike and facilities include an arena, curling rink, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts and baseball diamonds. Watch this video to learn more about the community and find out why life is better here. 

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