Labourer

Stella-Jones; Prince George; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Stella-Jones is seeking a Production Labourer to join their manufacturing team in Prince George. The role involves general labor tasks including processing wood products, operating equipment, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience and a strong focus on safety, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and AD&D coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage

Company Share Purchase Program with match

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience utilizing hand tools (drills, chainsaws, etc.) is preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to lift 50-75lbs continually.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaw and mill equipment for wood product processing.
• Maintain tools and work areas; perform general labor.
• Banding and packaging of finished products.

Skills

Manufacturing or construction experience

Hand tools operation

Safety focus

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Job description

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Position Summary The Production Labourer is responsible for branding, framing, inspecting and preparing product for treatment.

Principal Responsibilities

• General labour - processing/manufacturing wood products
• Operate chainsaw, hand tools, tag, clean and prepare products
• Operate mill equipment
• Banding/packaging
• Maintain tools, equipment, supplies and work areas.
• Working outside in all weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Manufacturing or construction experience preferred
• Experience utilizing hand tools-drills, peaveys, chainsaws, wizards, hammers, tape measures etc.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Always demonstrate a strong focus on safety.
• Support a respectful environment and works well in a team setting.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Ability to lift 50-75lbs continually.
• Knowledge of wood products and defects.
• Able to learn and acquire new skills.
• Additional forestry skills such as log scaling, loader operator, log peeling and other machine operations will be valuable assets in progressing to other positions in the yard.
• In house training is provided.
  
  

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities
  
  

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.