Sawmill Outfeed Operator

Weyerhaeuser•Grande Prairie, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Weyerhaeuser, our focus is as much on building our people as building our business. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can flourish, diversities encouraged, and communities supported. We are one of the premier integrated forest organizations in the world. We've been in business for nearly 120 years and believe strongly in our core values of safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion, which has awarded us being named as one of the World's most Ethical Companies over 10 times. We currently have a full-time opportunity with our Lumber Yard Team. The position will be supporting Sawmill weekend production hours. Currently 12-hour night shifts Friday, Saturday and Sunday. You will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move stacked lumber from the sawmill to storage or the kilns. This position will report to the Lumber Yard Team Lead. Starting hourly rate: $34.45

Requirements

Behavior consistent with the Safety Vision and Policy and the Site Principles.
Ability to meet all Team Norms and Standards with a clear focus on active participation in the Safety Program.
Ability to prioritize and learn quickly.
Willing and able to perform all duties of the role
Demonstrated positive leadership capability
Aptitude for and experience in equipment operations
Ability to work as a team and independently
Grade 12 Or equivalent
Valid Driver's Licence required
Strong attention to detail
Possess a valid forklift license or ability to obtain one will be necessary for this position.
Strong aptitude for and experience in heavy equipment operations.
Strong interpersonal, listening and communication skills (verbal & written).
Ability to prioritize and learn quickly.
Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment
Willingness to work a rotating shift
Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment
Able to complete mobile equipment training
Able to lift 2-20 pounds regularly, and climb steps and ladders
Must have basic computer skills
Must be able to work independently
Ability to work within a team setting
Eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship
Flexibility to meet the changing needs within the business
Lockouts as required for this area
Offers of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of substance testing, background check, and agreement with general terms of work.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to current heavy equipment operators with applicable skills.
Industrial or Manufacturing experience is a plus
Experience in a self-directed team environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Operate and complete PMs on the fork truck
Load and Unload lumber from chains & kiln carts
Clean up duties
Safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move stacked lumber from the sawmill to storage or the kilns