Note to candidates: These day and night shift roles are priority positions for the team in Cameron. If you have questions or need application assistance, please contact our corporate recruiting leader at 971-413-2808.
Company Overview
Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. Stella-Jones is headquartered in Montreal, employs 3,000 people across 50 locations in Canada and the United States, and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. To learn more about the company, visit us at:
About our Cameron, Wisconsin plant operations
Our 60-acre manufacturing site in Cameron is home to a complete utility pole production operation (including peeling, framing, and treating) handled entirely on-site. The local Stella-Jones team of 35+ manufacturing professionals ensures consistent quality through every stage. To learn more about Cameron’s utility pole products (including a 1-minute video overview), visit our product page:
Position Overview
The Plant Operator (Treater) is an entry-level role responsible for performing operational work related to daily work instructions, inspection, grading, treatment and materials. This Manufacturing team member operates the treating plant and water treatment system safely and proficiently.
This is an onsite role at our Cameron plant. Note we have both day and night shift opportunities available for this role.
Key Duties include:
- Operate and control systems by prescribed operating procedures, including, but not limited to the following major systems: Boiler and pressure vessels, vacuum and condensate recovery systems, preservative mix, transfer and storage systems, hazardous and solid waste processing and storage, charge transfer tables and emergency response equipment.
- Perform all duties of inspector, machine operator and laborer positions as required.
- Operates all aspects of creosote treating at or above target production levels.
- Operates all aspects of the borate treating at or above target production levels.
- Operates all aspects of the water treatment system safely and proficiently.
- Operates all creosote unloading operations.
- Participates and contributes to company safety program.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- One year or manufacturing, utilities, or treating-related experience a plus
- Experience working with chemicals a plus
- Pesticide Applicator’s License or Boiler Operating License a plus
- Ability to pass the state pesticide certification exam
- Respiratory training and ability to pass Medical exam and Respirator fit test
Important Note: Employment at Stella-Jones is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.
Compensation & Employee Benefits
As a Stella-Jones team member, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:
- Competitive compensation, with a starting base wage of $26.98 per hour
- Annual bonus program opportunity
- 401(k) savings plan with excellent Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
- Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
- Several company-paid benefits including:
- Dental and Vision coverage
- Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Access to a robust employee assistance program
- 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ability to purchase Company stock
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled