Machine Operator 2nd

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Posting : 28867

Position Type: Regular

City: Urbana,AR, United States

Location: Urbana Plant

The hourly wage and bonus opportunities will vary based on position and shift.

The Opportunity:

Step into the role of a Machine Operator and let your motivation, problem-solving skills, and teamwork abilities shine. At our cutting-edge mills, you won’t just be working in a safe and efficient manner; you’ll be working hands-on with a dynamic team, actively involved in the day-to-day success of our mill. If this speaks to you, this opportunity at our sawmill in Urbana, AR might just be your calling!

Join us and discover a pathway for career advancement where your hard work is not only recognized but rewarded.

This role is a permanent full-time position working Monday through Friday on our 2nd shift.

What you will do as a Machine Operator:

• Rotate through various job responsibilities and tasks within your assigned workspace on an hourly basis.
• Responsible for safely operating industrial machinery.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals.
• Maintaining a commitment to quality throughout the production process.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery to identify any signs of wear, damage, or malfunction, reporting findings to supervisors and maintenance for preventive action.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Experience and skills that will help you stand out:

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual tasks for extended periods of time including piling lumber, standing for long hours, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in an environment that includes exposure to environmental elements, moving mechanical equipment, loud noise, and dust.
• 1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment would be considered a plus. Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process would be an asset.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers.
• High degree of urgency and attention to detail.
• Desire to learn, grow, and succeed.

We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.

At Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. Therefore, we strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process where hiring decisions are based on each applicant's qualifications and experience.