What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at West Fraser?
Forklift Operator Job Description
We are seeking an experienced forklift operator to join our team at West Fraser. As a forklift operator, you will play a critical role in transferring lumber between various plant operations while ensuring compliance with applicable safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete equipment checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Transfer lumber between various plant operations and comply with applicable safety regulations.
- Perform key phases of Basic Care: inspection of equipment, service and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary), cleaning of the equipment, and documentation and reporting of results.
Requirements:
- Excellent safety record.
- Excellent attendance record.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Must be willing to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision.
- Forklift driver or heavy equipment loader experience is required.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environments.
- Must be able to bend, twist, lift, climb, stand throughout the duration of the shift.
- Rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends are required.
Benefits:
- Highly competitive compensation package.
- Ongoing benefits including vacation pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life insurance, disability insurance, and paid holidays.
About Us:
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 believe in promoting from within and strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we serve.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.
