Warehouse Attendant

Canfor; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Canfor, a leader in low-carbon forest products, is seeking a Maintenance Team member in Alabama. The successful candidate will manage inventory, assist Millwrights and Electricians, and support maintenance operations. Join us to contribute to a sustainable future while enjoying competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Industry-Leading Benefits

Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in an industrial setting, preferably in maintenance.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Forklift experience for unloading and moving parts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory management and administration of purchase orders.
• Coordinate shipping of materials and update maintenance schedules.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the parts room.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Skills

Independence

Teamwork

Job description

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

As an important member of the sawmill Maintenance Team, the successful applicant will be an energetic team player who will assist with the Maintenance and Purchasing departments in tracking, organizing, ordering and maintaining the maintenance equipment, parts and tools

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Purchasing Manager and Maintenance Planner to ensure the mill has ample and available supplies
• Keep parts room and work area clean, organized and safe
• Administration of inventory purchase orders, requisitions, and transfers
• Manage inventory counts as required
• Assist Millwrights/Electricians with finding parts
• Send requisitions for pricing
• Coordinate shipping of materials
• Review, generate, process and update Work Orders and maintenance schedules
• Update maintenance department manpower and work schedules
• Daily filing of maintenance and purchasing documentation
• Additional administrative duties that support the maintenance team

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in an industrial setting, maintenance environment preferred
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs
• Previous parts person/buyer experience would be an asset
• Exceptionally organized and courteous
• Ability to work both independently and in multiple team environments
• Forklift Exp for unloading parts and moving parts in warehouse

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align to still apply.

At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, well-being, and growth. We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, and industry-leading benefits for employees and their families.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.

Nearest Major Market: Mobile AL
Job Segment: Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Warehouse, Forklift, Engineering, Energy, Manufacturing