General Labourer

Interfor; Gogama; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major forest products company in Gogama, Ontario, is seeking a General Labourer. Responsibilities include stacking wood, verifying quality, and training staff. Ideal candidates have a secondary school diploma and at least one year of labor experience. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits, with a focus on safety and training. Join our team and grow your career with us.

Benefits

Group insurance

Pension plan with employer contribution

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience as a day labourer.
• Must be willing to take training on different workstations.
• Good execution speed and a concern for health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Stack and classify pieces of wood using various workstations.
• Verify quality of wood and ensure compliance with standards.
• Train less experienced staff as needed.

Skills

Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Teamwork and organizational skills

Thoroughness and sense of responsibility

Education

Completed secondary school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Overview

General Labourer, Gogama, Ontario

When you join our team as a General Labourer, reporting to the team leader, you will perform various production-related tasks.

What You’ll Do

• Stack and classify pieces of wood and operate different workstations from a control console on a rotational basis depending on production needs and the workstation.
• Verify the quality of wood in transit and ensure compliance with Interfor’s quality standards.
• Clean your workstation.
• Train less experienced staff as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as requested by your immediate supervisor.

What You Offer

• Completed secondary school diploma (SSD).
• Have at least one (1) year of experience as a day labourer.
• Forklift certification is an asset.
• Must be willing to take training on the different workstations.
• Thoroughness, initiative, sense of responsibility, and independence.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Teamwork and organizational skills.
• Good execution speed and a concern for health and safety.

Additional Information

• Monday to Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
• Benefits: The employer offers group insurance, a pension plan with employer contribution;
• Hourly rate: $29.91

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor — Commitment and Opportunities

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! Start Here Go Far.

What We Offer

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary, based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You’ll also get a competitive benefits package.

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to “Start Here. Go Far.” Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.