Forklift Operator

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact. Position Summary The Forklift Operator is responsible for shipping, receiving and general forklift work within the lumber mill. Duties include lumber packaging and wrapping as required. May include afternoon shift as required. Responsibilities Checks loading documents before and after loading. Moves, Loads and unloads material around the mill. 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 clean-up. 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. Qualifications Grade 12 or equivalent Proficiency in English, spoken and written 1 year of related experience. Lumber yard experience is an asset Physical Capabilities & Core Competencies 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 #StellaH As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including: Extended health and dental coverage Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution match Career advancement opportunities Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

The Forklift Operator handles shipping, receiving, and general material movement within the lumber mill. Key duties include packaging, wrapping, tagging, and inspecting lumber while ensuring safe equipment operation.

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education, proficiency in English, and at least one year of related experience. Physical ability to lift lumber and stand for extended periods is required.

• Extended Health Coverage • Dental Coverage • Life Insurance • Accidental Death & Dismemberment • Short-Term Disability Coverage • Long-Term Disability Coverage • Retirement Program (RRSP) • Company Share Purchase Program • Career Advancement Opportunities

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• Forklift Operation
• Shipping and Receiving
• Lumber Packaging
• Inventory Counting
• Stock Rotation
• Equipment Maintenance
• Safety Compliance
• Basic Math
• Attention to Detail
• Job Planning
• Shipping And Receiving
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Lifting Ability
• English Language
• Packaging And Labeling
• Forklift Truck
• General Mathematics
• Loading And Unloading
• Task Planning
• Detail Oriented

• Logistics
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• Transportation
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• Lifting Truck Operators
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Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week