Forklift Operator - Peterborough, Canada - Stella-Jones Inc

Stella-Jones Inc

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Peterborough, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

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).

Job description
The
Forklift Operator is responsible for shipping, receiving and general forklift work within the lumber yard. Duties include lumber packaging and wrapping as required.

Afternoon shift:
M-F 3pm - 12am

Hourly wage:
$22 + $1.25 shift premium

Responsibilities:

Checks loading documents before and after loading
Confirms documents with shipper
Moves, Loads and unloads material around the plant
Forklift operation for lumber packaging or wrapping
Makes effective stock rotation
Lumber wrapping and inspection as required
Lumber packaging as required
Lumber tagging banding
Hands pile special orders
General cleanup
Inventory counting
Documents and reports mechanical operation and maintenance requirements of equipment
Safe and responsible operation of company equipment
Performs the work safely according to applicable codes, standards and to Stella-Jones health and safety program
Performs other duties as assigned

Core Competencies:

Grade 12 or equivalent
Proficiency in English, spoken and written
1 year of related experience. Lumber yard experience is an asset
Physical capabilities and qualifications
Ability to lift lumber, twisting and turning, bending and standing for extended period
Job task planning and organizing
Attention to detail
Safe forklift operation
Ability to perform the tasks without causing damage to product or equipment
Basic Math Skills