Kiln Forklift Operator

Job Description

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to become part of team. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for driving 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

Monitor lumber movement

Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups

Clear jammed lumber as necessary

Assist others as necessary

Perform quality checks

Perform safety observations

Follow 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

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match and additional retirement contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser:

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

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)

Full-time