Job Description

General Production Employee

Lumby, British Columbia

This could be the start of something great! Our entry level Production Employeeslearn 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 Diplomaor 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 independentlywith little supervision
• Must be able to work varying shifts.
• 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.
• Communicate with your Team Lead and Maintenance teams to ensure things stay on track.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challengewith supportive team members 
• You’ll earn a competitive hourly wage of$34.875 to start.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefitsand 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 developmentthrough on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

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.

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko?Hear what our employees have to say!

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 videoto learn about the region and find out why life is better here.

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