Production Worker

About the Opportunity

We invite motivated individuals to join our sawmill manufacturing facility located in Elko, British Columbia. This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and a fast track for advancement within the company. You will be part of a dedicated team working alongside industry leaders in forestry products.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tasks such as shoveling, lifting, carrying boards, and clearing debris while maintaining site cleanliness and braving outdoor conditions.
• Rotate across different duties within your work area in the manufacturing plant, ensuring accuracy and timely production according to schedules.
• Apply your skills to troubleshoot issues and communicate effectively with team leads and maintenance staff to resolve problems.
• Contribute actively to fostering a safe working environment for coworkers, visitors, and customers.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong orientation toward workplace safety.
• Capacity to carry out repetitive manual work for extended periods including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, walking, shoveling, climbing stairs, and bending.
• Some familiarity or experience with machinery and industrial equipment is beneficial but not compulsory.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork abilities.
• High attention to detail and a sense of urgency.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a base hourly wage of $34.875. Beyond this, Canfor provides a robust rewards package comprising employer-paid group benefits, paid leave options, retirement savings plans, and programs supporting health and well-being. We support continuous professional and personal development and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Additional Information

Applicants do not need to meet every criterion perfectly; we value finding the right cultural and organizational fit. The recruitment process includes fair and equitable screening based on qualifications and experience, potentially involving behavioral assessments, reference checks, and criminal record verification. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.