Production Worker

Canfor’s strength comes from the diversity of our skilled and resilient workforce. As our company continues to grow and diversify, so do our career opportunities. Let us take this opportunity to tell you how you could be the best fit for Canfor. 

You’re the motivated, problem solving and ambitious type who likes to keep moving, stay challenged, and work with your hands. Our fast-paced, innovative mills are the ideal match for your ability to continuously learn and getting a bit of dirt (or pulp) on your boots or breaking a sweat every now and then doesn’t faze you in the least.

You’re a team player who enjoys working together to clean equipment and accomplish your daily to-do list. Our Canfor mills are known for creating endless possibilities for  personal growth , work-life balance and working with awesome people from different backgrounds.

Bring your strong work ethic and a mindset of safety to this challenging yet rewarding role . We’re not going to sugar coat it, you’ll be doing hard work. You’ll be sweeping floors, shoveling woodchips, and you’ll be in great shape. If the prospect of getting a little dirty, working in a challenging, rewarding environment, while making a great wage sounds exciting to you, come make a difference with us and build your career with Canfor!  Make sure to highlight any  industrial experience you have in your application.   Holding a current valid 4th or 3rd class steam ticket will definitely be valuable as well . 

As a Production worker at Canfor, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Working safely and efficiently in accordance with all safety policies and procedures
• Performing repetitive, manual tasks for extended periods of time, including standing for long hours, walking, climbing stairs, bending, shoveling chips, sweeping, running hoses, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Identifying, analyzing, and troubleshooting operational issues
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Collaborating effectively with team members to meet production goals
• Supporting daily production activities while following a shift work rotating schedule

For this role, you’ll come equipped with the following:

• A minimum of two (2) years of industrial work experience and/or equivalent training (e.g., OFA3, grading ticket, or similar)
• Availability to work shiftwork in a continuous operations environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• A positive attitude with a self-starter mindset
• Ability to work in an industrial environment and perform physically demanding tasks (including standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs)
• A strong safety mindset and attention to detail

The following would be considered assets:

• 3rd or 4th Class Power Engineering certification
• Pulp and paper technical courses
• Experience working with or around machinery and equipment

The hourly rate for this position is: $34.720

Please Note: The wage provided is for base pay only. In addition to wage, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features cash and non-cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well-being. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged. 

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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