Forklift Operator (NOC 75101) – Hornepayne Lumber LLP

Job Description

Employer Name: Hornepayne Lumber LLP

Company description: We take pride in the work that we do at Hornepayne Lumber (HP Lumber) to produce a quality product while caring for the forest. Our mission is to be a profitable, low-cost forestry organization, converting forest resources into competitive and innovative quality projects while protecting the environment and creating positive long-term social, cultural and economic benefits for the region and its people, employees and investors.

Location of Work: 2 Becker Rd, Hornepayne, ON, P0M1Z0

Title of Position: Forklift Operator (NOC 75101)

Language: English

Vacancies: 1

Type of Position: Permanent, full-time

Unionized: Yes

Job Duties:
• Removal of finished bundles from both the Sawmill and the Planer Stacker Outfeed.
• Loading of the kilns and ensuring proper segregation of Heat Treated (HT) lumber and untreated lumber.
• Loading and unloading of the Dry kiln carts.
• Keep the Planer infeed deck full of bundles to be processed.
• Letting Planer Supervisor know the number of bundles left in yard.
• Maintain a steady supply of stick carts.
• Proper movement of all residue by-products (sawdust, bark, chips, etc.)
• Unload delivery trucks when required.
• Load lumber, chip and bark trucks.
• Move the gravel when required.
• Spreading of water (using the bucket) when required.
• Assist mechanic(s) to perform maintenance on your machine.
• Keep the yard clear of damaged boards, bundles, broken straps, etc. Remember: Idle time is clean-up time.
• Perform a Circle Check on your machine.
• Complete machine reports.
• Responsible to help co-workers when required.
• Responsible to perform other duties as requested by your supervisor.
• Report any mechanical problems with your machine to your Supervisor and the appropriate mechanic at the garage;
• Report any Accident, Injury or Close Call as soon as possible to your Supervisor;

Skills Required:
• Able to follow the directions of your supervisor; follow the guidelines as per the Job Description; follow the Regulations found within the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
• Able to wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment;
• Organized, reliable, team player.
• Hardworking and flexible.

Experience Required:
• Experience in a similar position is an asset.

Education Required:
• No formal education requirements.

Wage & Hours: $32.88 / h
• Number of hours per day: 8
• Number of days per week: 5
• Number of hours per week: 40
• Overtime starts after how many hours: 40
• Shift rotation: n/a

Benefits:
☒ Disability Insurance
☒ Dental Insurance
☒ Pension
☒ Extended medical insurance (e.g. prescription drugs, paramedical services, medical services and equipment)
☒ Other benefits: As per Collective Agreement. Wage increase as per Collective Agreement.

Type of Vacation:
☐ Days Number:
☒ % Amount: 4%

Anyone who is qualified and can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your application. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

To apply: Email: hplumber.labourer@iveygroup.ca