General Labourer (Days)
Stouffville, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, Canada
Req #635
April 14, 2024
Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.
The General Labour is responsible for operating several different pieces of equipment inside and outside of the building and performing a variety of tasks related to the manufacturing of pressure treated lumber.
Responsibilities
- Safe and efficient operation of equipment.
- Follow all company Health & Safety policies and SOPs.
- Wear all PPE required and work in a safe manner.
- Participate in all company mandated training in good faith.
- Come to work prepared (both mentally and materially) to work in a variety of environments.
- Maintain accurate production records.
- Complete appropriate forms legibly and clearly.
- Complete prestart equipment checks.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Manual dexterity, hand eye coordination, repetitive tasks.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Strap, tag, end tag, bag, inspect and downsize lumber as required.
- Work cooperatively with a team to achieve production targets.
- Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Abide to OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) workplace health and safety standards.
- Report all Health & Safety issues immediately.
- Maintain good housekeeping in all assigned areas.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a maintenance role.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Forklift License, an asset.
- Proficiency in English.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to lift 50lbs unassisted.
- Attention to detail.
- Comfortable completing repetitive tasks.
- Basic trouble-shooting skills.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral.
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. #StellaH
Other details
- Job Family Operations
- Pay Type Hourly
- Hiring Rate $23.48
- Travel Required No
- Required Education High School
- Stouffville, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, Canada