CA- CARSELAND - Forklift Operator

Stella-Jones; Carseland; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lumber company in Canada is currently seeking a Forklift Operator who will be responsible for lumber packaging and wrapping. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 education, proficiency in English, and at least 1 year of related experience. Responsibilities include checking loading documents, safe forklift operation, stock rotation, inventory counting, and general clean-up. This position requires lifting and handling lumber safely, adhering to health and safety protocols. Competitive hourly wage and rotating shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience. Lumber yard experience is an asset.
• Ability to lift lumber, twisting and turning, bending and standing for extended periods.
• Safe forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Checks loading documents before and after loading.
• Forklift operation for lumber packaging or wrapping.
• Makes effective stock rotation.
• Lumber wrapping and inspection as required.
• Lumber packaging as required.
• Lumber tagging and banding.
• Handles special orders.
• General clean-up.
• Inventory counting.
• Documents mechanical operation and maintenance requirements.

Skills

Proficiency in English, spoken and written

Attention to detail

Basic Math Skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for lumber packaging and wrapping as required.

Position Details

• 12 hour Rotating shifts
• Hourly wage: $34.91 + applicable premium

Responsibilities

• Checks loading documents before and after loading.
• Forklift operation for lumber packaging or wrapping.
• Makes effective stock rotation.
• Lumber wrapping and inspection as required.
• Lumber packaging as required.
• Lumber tagging banding.
• Hands pile special orders.
• General clean-up.
• Inventory counting.
• Documents and reports mechanical operation and maintenance requirements of equipment.
• Safe and responsible operation of company equipment.
• Performs the work safely according to applicable codes, standards and to Stella-Jones health and safety program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Proficiency in English, spoken and written
• 1 year of related experience. Lumber yard experience is an asset

Physical Capabilities & Core Competencies

• Ability to lift lumber, twisting and turning, bending and standing for extended period
• Job task planning and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Safe forklift operation
• Ability to perform the tasks without causing damage to product or equipment
• Basic Math Skills