Summer Student- Production Worker (28314)

Canfor; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading forestry company in Cranbrook is seeking Summer Students for their Production role. This position involves manual tasks, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Applicants must be full-time students in a recognized program. The pay is competitive, and the company values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be attending an educational institution full-time during the 2025 academic year.
• Industrial work experience will be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shoveling and lifting debris, ensuring cleanliness of the site.
• Contributing to a safe work environment.
• Maintaining high cleanliness standards in the mill.
• Developing strong working relationships with the team.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Safety mindset

Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks

Attention to detail

Education

Full-time enrollment in an educational institution

Tools

Forklift

Hand Tools

Job description

Posting ID : 28314

Position Type : Temporary

City : Cranbrook, BC, Canada

Location : Cranbrook Offices

Our Kootenay Fibre Division in Cranbrook, BC, is currently seeking summer students to join our team for the 2025 Summer Season.

Are you someone who thrives on completing tasks diligently and setting a high standard for a productive workday? Our Summer Student - Production role at Canfor could be the ideal fit for you, whether you're aiming for your next life goal or launching your career journey.

This position demands hard work, which makes it appealing to individuals like you. The perks are numerous, and the pay is highly competitive. Your can-do attitude, proactive approach, and adept cleanup skills would be highly valued at our Kootenay Fibre Division.

In this Summer Student role, your responsibilities will include:

1. Shoveling, lifting, carrying boards and debris, with exposure to the elements, while contributing to the overall cleanliness of the site.
2. Taking responsibility for contributing to a safe work environment for coworkers, customers, and site visitors.
3. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in your work area and throughout the mill.
4. Developing strong working relationships with your peers and the production team.

For this role, you'll come equipped with:

• A safety-driven mindset.
• The ability to perform repetitive manual tasks for extended periods, including piling lumber, standing for long hours, walking, shoveling, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers.
• A high degree of urgency and attention to detail.

To be eligible to apply, you must be attending an educational institution full-time during the 2025 academic year and be registered for a program leading to a recognized degree or diploma.

Highlighting your previous industrial work experience will help you stand out from the crowd.

No push-ups are required for this position, but you must submit your resume and proof of enrollment for the September 2025 semester.

If you're ready to embrace the challenge, including shift work and working in environments involving dust, chemicals, and machinery, seize the opportunity and apply today!

The hourly rate for this position is: $0.00

Please Note : The wage provided is for base pay only. Canfor offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including cash and non-cash benefits such as employer-paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement and savings options, and health and well-being programs. We invest in our employees' development to help them thrive professionally and personally. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where talent and performance are recognized and valued.

At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit over strict criteria and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Our recruitment process is fair and based on qualifications and experience. We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring process may include behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks depending on the role and location. #LI-AR1

Key Skills

Forklift, Hand Tools, Basic Math, Food Industry, Math, Packaging, Warehouse Experience, Assembly Experience, Food Processing, Heavy Lifting, Food Production Experience, Manufacturing

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : N/A

Vacancy : 1