Production Associate

Take advantage of this Limited opportunity to join the World’s premier timber, land and forest products company!
Weyerhaeuser's (Engineered Wood Products) Parallam® manufacturing Plant, located on Annacis Island (Delta), British Columbia, is currently seekingProduction Associates. Our plant manufactures the high strength engineered wood product Parallam® and is a participative management team concept operation. We believe that the key to our success lies within our associates, and we value the diversity of people and ideas.
Successful candidates will be provided with all the required training to perform their role safely and efficiently and will initially provide support across a multi-shift/24-hour hour production environment. The standard production shift length is 12 hours, with a mixture of dayshifts and nightshifts (including weekends) required. The new hires will work full-time hours, averaging 40 hours/week, and will be performing in a variety of capacities to produce quality products for our customers.

Starting rate: $ $29.41/hr with potential for progression to $41.43/hr in the future.

Successful Candidates Immediately Qualify for Full Benefits, Including:

• Extended Health/Dental (from Day 1 – no waiting period): When you join our team as a nonunion employee, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Pension Plan: Nonunion Canadian employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, which includes a paid company match up to 6%, in addition to a company contribution equaling up to 7.25% of your base salary.
• Site performance based Gainshare Plan: It is an annual cash bonus plan for eligible Canadian hourly associates. Awards are based on site performance against predetermined annual goals.

Key Functions:

• Responsible for the daily operation of manufacturing equipment that produces engineered wood products.
• Perform regular Preventive Maintenance and clean-up on equipment.
• Total commitment to working safely and following all safety rules and regulations.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues on a regular basis.
• Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow.
• Perform quality checks and ensure production of a quality product.
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping.
• Attending team meetings and regular training sessions.

Requirements:

• High School graduation certificate or GED
• Committed to follow safe work policies, practices and procedures.
• Ability to work rotating shift schedules (12-hour shifts/night shifts/weekends)
• Strong trouble shooting, problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work within a team setting.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new jobs & skills.
• Ability to perform the job essential functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, and bending.
• At least 1 year experience working in industrial/manufacturing/construction environments preferred.

About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.