Production Labourer

Downie Timber Ltd., located in Revelstoke BC, is a forest harvesting and lumber manufacturing business and a proud division of the Gorman Group of companies. Downie Timber produces multi species wood products.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the successful candidate will work as part of a team responsible for safely producing quality wood products and maintaining a clean and safe work environment through the cleanup of mill debris (sawdust, shavings, trim, and wood waste), while performing other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an industrial process environment.

This is an entry-level position. All successful candidates will begin in the Clean-Up Department, working the mandatory graveyard shift (12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.). Following successful completion of training and based on operational requirements, employees may progress to a Production Labourer position.

Shift Requirements:

• Mandatory starting assignment: Clean-Up Department on the graveyard shift (12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.).
• Employees must be available and willing to work any and all shifts, including Graveyard, Day, Afternoon (Swing), weekends, overtime, and shift changes as required by operational needs.
• Progression to the Production Labourer role is based on operational requirements and successful job performance.

KEY SKILLS:

• Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding tasks for extended periods, including piling lumber, standing for long hours, walking, shoveling, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience working in an industrial process environment.
• Experience working with and/or around machinery and equipment.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid SIN, Work Permit, or authorization to work in Canada.
• Physical ability to perform labour-intensive work.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in forestry or industrial process environments is considered an asset.

WAGE: $32.85 - $35.66 per hour.

ABOUT US:

The Gorman Group of Companies is family owned and proudly made up of Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd., Canoe Forest Products, Oroville Reman and Reload, Downie Timber, Selkirk Cedar, and Lumby Pole Divisions. For over 75 years, we have been known for creating The Finest Boards and other specialty wood products. Perhaps even more, we are known for working together.

The Gorman Group is more than just a group of companies…we are a family! We value the family roots that connect us and the employees that work for us. We believe our employees are fundamental to our success as we strive to become the employer of choice through our strong family values, culture, community involvement, innovation, and constant drive for excellence.

WE OFFER:

• Family supporting jobs and a safe place to build your career
• Competitive pay and exceptional benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Diverse work opportunities
• An open and innovative culture
• A progressive and dynamic work environment

We are more than a company…we are a community! We believe this community begins at work and with YOU!

If you possess the skills and qualifications required for this challenging position, we want to hear from you!

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our interview process, candidates will be required to complete a series of pre-employment screening assessments.

The Gorman Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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