Kiln Forklift Operator

West Fraser; Joyce (LA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

401K match

On-the-job training

Promotions from within

Competitive pay

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a dependable forklift operator to move lumber and materials in our lumberyard and kiln areas. The role involves operating a diesel-powered lift truck, performing inspections, grease and maintenance tasks, and maintaining a clean yard according to safety procedures.

The candidate should have at least two years of industrial experience, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to work rotating shifts. We value safety, reliability, and teamwork in a growing wood products company.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required
• 18+ years old
• Minimum two years of experience
• Preferred kiln forklift experience
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Strong safety commitment

Responsibilities

• Operate diesel-powered industrial truck with lifting devices to move products and materials
• Separate and re-inject lumber, and stack or organize in designated areas
• Grease kilns, kiln trucks, and bearings on a weekly basis
• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms
• Maintain a clean and organized kiln area and lumber yard
• Report defects and leaks to Supervisor and assist with maintenance

Skills

Forklift operation

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Pike pole

Picaroon

Job description

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to become part of team. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible fordriving a diesel-powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials.

What you will do:

• Separate and re-inject lumber that has fallen from packs of lumber being transported from Green Stackers to the Kilns and from Kilns to the dry lumber yard.
• Grease kiln trucks.
• Grease kilns and fan shaft bearings weekly.
• Breakdown dry lumber on the kiln trucks and stack in the designated areas.
• Place green lumber stacks on kiln carts with concrete weights and prepare it for entry into the dry kiln.
• Remove dried lumber from the kiln and place in dry storage area according to length and dimension.
• Reload kilns as needed with green lumber.
• Keep Kiln area and Lumber yard in a clean and organized manner.
• Report any drying defects noticed during day to day tasks, to Supervisor.
• Report any steam leaks to Supervisor.
• Assist Supervisor in daily tasks as needed.
• Assist in maintaining and cleaning of the dry kilns during maintenance periods.
• Strong commitment to working safely
• Performing daily inspections of lift trucks and completing required forms
• Ensuring lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met
• Loading and unloading materials in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintaining contact with the supervisor(s) and working to resolve any issues as they may they arise
• Following all regulations, company policies, and procedures

Required skills and experience you will need:

• Preferred kiln forklift experience
• Minimum two years of experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The desire to learn, grow and succeed
• Industrial experience and post-secondary education would be considered an asset
• Strong commitment to working safely
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a HS Diploma/GED

What you will do:

• Must be willing to perform entry level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc.
• Must be willing to stack various lengths of lumber
• May be assigned tasked indoors and outdoors, no matter the weather conditions
• Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups
• Clear jammed lumber as necessary
• Assist others as necessary
• Perform quality checks
• Perform safety observationsFollow all Safe Work Procedures
• Follow all Zero Energy State procedures
• Utilize downtime or slow time to enhance the appearance and productivity of the department
• Perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Operate necessary equipment according to procedures
• Monitor assigned area and related area visually and via monitor screen.
• Remove/straighten out cross-ups using pike pole or picaroon
• Inspection of equipment
• Servicing and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
• Preventative maintenance
• Assist maintenance with servicing of equipment
• Cleaning of the equipment
• Documentation and reporting of results
• Daily greasing of necessary equipment and/or related equipment

What you need to be successful:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Excellent safety record
• Follow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety program
• Follow all electrical safety standards
• Willing to work any shift
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude
• Basic maintenance skills
• Capability to troubleshoot issues and diagnose problems within the department and/or related equipment.
• Able to maintain or assist with maintaining the assigned area and/or related equipment.
• Capability to perform preventative maintenance on your assigned machine
• Able to climb ladders and work in elevated workplaces
• Capable of working in tight close spaces
• Ability to make quality control checks and adjustments at the assigned area and/or other related equipment.
• Ability to keep the department clean and meet housekeeping standards.
• Willingness and ability to learn and use some basic computer-related operating skills
• Willing to train others within the department and/or related equipment
• Willing to cross-train on other equipment

What will make you stand out:

• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)

Travel Required

No .

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