General Production Employee

at  Tolko Industries Ltd

GENERAL PRODUCTION EMPLOYEE

Lumby, British Columbia
This could be the start of something great! Our entry level Production Employees learn all aspects of production right from clean-up to machine operation. With on-the-job training you will be able to find your niche with a life-long career! Sound like something you may be interested in? Read on to find out more.
We’re looking for a General Production Employee to join our White Valley Division located in Lumby, British Columbia. White Valley produces the veneer used at our Armstrong Plywood facility. White Valley safely and sustainably produces 225,000 million square feet of veneer every year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, in a physically demanding industrial environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Previous experience in a forest products environment considered an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and respect that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don’t think you check every box, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Work collaboratively across your team to safely and efficiently produce veneer.
• Perform a variety of labour duties to increase productivity and reduce safety risks.
• Identify, analyze and troubleshoot problems that might arise in your area, and communicate with your Team Lead and Maintenance teams to get things back on track.
• Use your strong communication skills to work collaboratively across your team.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive hourly wage of $32.079 to start.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About the North Okanagan Valley
The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.
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• Work collaboratively across your team to safely and efficiently produce veneer.
• Perform a variety of labour duties to increase productivity and reduce safety risks.
• Identify, analyze and troubleshoot problems that might arise in your area, and communicate with your Team Lead and Maintenance teams to get things back on track.
• Use your strong communication skills to work collaboratively across your team