Details:
Are you looking for a career and not “just a job”? Then this could be the right place for you! We are hiring for 3-4 Production Team Members at our Ladysmith and Saltair Sawmill Divisions in Ladysmith, BC.
Why Western?
Our sawmills are regularly looking for hardworking and motivated individuals who want to invest in their future with us. We offer ongoing training opportunities, opportunities for growth and a long-term career, a team-oriented environment, and most importantly - a safe workplace.
At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace.
What We Offer:
- These are unionized positions with wage rates starting from $27.12 - $31.59 as per the respective collective agreements.
- Benefits and pension are provided through the union.
- Safe work environment.
- Opportunities for growth, ongoing training, and a long-term career.
Shifts:
- All employees must be available Monday-Friday for all shifts including day, afternoon and graveyard shifts.
- Employees typically begin on an on-call basis and are required to work a variety of shifts until a full-time position becomes available.
What You’ll Do:
- All employees will start in general labour or cleanup positions, and then progress from there into a variety of roles including machine operators.
- All employees must maintain a safe and clean work area.
- Supporting other areas of the operations as needed.
Who You Are:
- You have an excellent safety record and demonstrated commitment to safety.
- Strong work ethic; accountable and dependable, able to prioritize work, always willing to lend a hand and pitch in when needed, and not afraid to work hard!
- Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
- A desire to participate in an organization committed to continuous improvement
Qualifications & Experience:
- Our ideal candidates have previous experience working in a labour job in a safety sensitive environment (industrial or trades related environment).
- HOWEVER, we will train people without this background if they have the right attitude and want to learn!
- Grade 12 or equivalent required.
- First Aid/WHMIS preferred – preference is always given to candidates who have OFA 3.
- Mobile equipment certification/experience an asset.
- Lumber grading ticket a definite asset.
- This position is considered safety sensitive, all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.