Job Description

Why choose this job:


$21.00/hour, paid weekly May to August 2026 or as available Full-time hours (weekday/night shift amd weekend shift as needed) No experience required Safe workplace Work close to home Competitive and consistent salary

The Sawmill Division is seeking to fill Production Support - Student 2026 positions (May to August) with reliable and hardworking individuals who have a positive attitude towards teamwork.


This is a full-time job in a sawmill that requires no previous experience. The job involves supporting production in several areas of the mill by rotating through trained positions.


Replace colleagues during their breaks and vacations on the production shift Housekeeping of the mill Perform any other task assigned by his/her supervisor

Be enrolled in a secondary, post-secondary education or accepted to post-secondary in the fall of 2026 Be able to lift, pull and stacl materials Concern for the quality of work Positive attitude and motivation Be able to work in a team Follow safety standards Fast learning speed Meet JDI selection critaria

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products

are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.


Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 11 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.



Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.