Laborer

YOUR CAREER

Are you looking for a career and not "just a job"? Do you like working with your hands and want to be part of a team that produces high quality glue-laminated beams for residential and commercial projects? Then this could be the right place for you!

Western Forest Products Engineered US LLC is looking to hire Laborers at our Calvert Division. We have opportunities in both our Vancouver, WA and Washougal, WA locations.

Our total rewards offering includes:

• Hourly wage rate starting at $20.32/hour based on your skill level, qualifications, and experience
• Dental and Medical Benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Basic life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) and Paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and a long-term career
• An energetic team-oriented environment
• A safe workplace

Shifts: Washougal: 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday (with flexibility to work some Saturdays)

Vancouver: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday (with flexibility to work some Saturdays)

This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a general labor position. Duties may include:

• Receive, identify, move, and stage lumber and materials throughout the production process;
• Inspect, grade, and verify materials meet quality and production requirements;
• Measure, cut, stack, assemble, and prepare lumber according to work instructions and customer specifications;
• Safely operate production equipment, hand tools, presses, and material-handling equipment following training and authorization;
• Perform basic equipment setup, adjustments, and monitoring as assigned;
• Conduct routine quality checks and report safety, quality, equipment, or material concerns;
• Complete production records, tags, checklists, and other required documentation;
• Stack, band, tarp, stage, and transfer finished products for shipment or further processing;
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all safety procedures and PPE requirements;
• Work collaboratively with team members across production departments to meet operational goals;
• Cross-train and perform other production-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS

• Labor experience is an asset but not required;
• Steady work history, includes a good attendance record;
• Positive attitude, ready to learn and a safety mindset;
• Basic math skills and ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English;
• Must be able to work in moderate to warm environment; and,
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and regular random drug tests;
• This is a labor-intensive position that requires extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive physical activity.

Western Forest Products is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or age. If you require a disability-related accommodation during the application process, please notify us.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our Calvert Division is one of the oldest continuous glulam manufacturers in the U.S., bringing more than 70 years of experience producing high quality glued laminated beams and arches. With two manufacturing plants in Washington, our Washougal and Vancouver facilities produce glued laminated timber products for both commercial and residential projects around the world.

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.