Mill Worker/Production Labourer
About The Position
Join the Muskoka Lumber Team as a Mill Worker/Production Labourer! Muskoka Lumber is a busy lumber yard with on-site milling and finishing operations, proudly supplying high-quality building materials throughout Muskoka and the surrounding areas. We are currently seeking a Mill Worker/Production Labourer to join our Mill at our Port Carling location. This is an entry-level position - no prior milling experience is required. If you enjoy hands-on work, are reliable, and want to learn valuable skills in a production environment, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
Requirements
- Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the job including; lifting, stacking, and material handling (manual labour)
- Strong attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination and a safety-first mindset
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a mill, lumber yard, manufacturing, warehouse, or construction environment is an asset
- Forklift certification and experience an asset (training available)
- Basic measuring skills (training provided)
Responsibilities
- Assist with sizing, sorting, and stacking lumber for production
- Sticker and prepare lumber for drying
- Assist with sawing, dressing, and profiling lumber
- Load, unload, and tarp lifts of lumber and finished product
- Assist with kiln loading and unloading
- Support glue-ups and finishing tasks as required
- Handle, pile, and transport materials throughout the mill
- Assist machine operators as trained
- Assist with preparing loads for trucks
- Operate forklifts and other equipment safely (training provided). Equipment may include: Moulder (feed and tail), resaw, sander, ripsaw, end matcher, stickering systems, kiln operations
- Perform regular cleanup of work areas, machinery, and equipment
- Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures
- Participate in required training sessions and toolbox talks
- Support other departments or tasks as assigned by Management
Benefits
- No regularly scheduled weekend shifts
- Standard daytime hours
- Work-life balance
- Holiday break (stores closed over Christmas)
- Staff discounts
- Health & wellness benefits (including comprehensive dental, vision, and life insurance coverage)
- Supportive team culture
- Room to grow (promote from within)
- Staff events & engagement activities
- Regular wage reviews
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
