Job Description

Posting ID: 29282 Position Type:
Regular City:
Elko, BC, Canada Location:
Elko

Sure, there are plenty of companies out there looking for great supervisors, so what sets Canfor apart? We’re the only one looking for YOU.

You’re an industry leader who gets stuff done, and we need you at our Elko Sawmill sawmill for just that reason. You get people. When you walk through that door and the urgency ramps up, you’re in it. You’re the person who, when the going gets tough and production is on the line, can navigate this role safely and with purpose. It’s what makes you a great leader of people and it’s what we expect of our Supervisors.

Much like yourself, Canfor doesn’t compromise. Our Supervisors are ambassadors of their people and of the company itself. If you’re going to be successful here, you’re going to understand the importance of balancing production, maintenance, and your team’s needs while being accountable to our safety culture. In addition to the above responsibilities you’ll also look after our log inventory, log quality program, maintain effective weigh scale and scaling practices and supervise log yard and mobile shop employees on a day to day basis..

A day in the life of the Logyard/Mobile Equipment Supervisor Includes:

• Supervise and provide leadership in safety, quality, cost, delivery and employee engagement
• Ensure the Canfor Operating System (COS) is being followed with the emphasis on abnormality response
• Ensure the safe and efficient handling and storage of log inventory
• Manage the log quality program
• Ensure effective scaling practices and weigh scale practices are maintained
• Ensure an adequate log diet is provided to the mill on an on-going basis
• Ensure log yard and waste yards are maintained as per the Environment Management System
• Responsible for mobile equipment parts inventory and departmental cost controls
• Supervise log yard and mobile shop employees
• Ensure that we are in compliance with Ministry of Environment as well as Worksafe BC regulations
• Oversee site and environmental compliance program

For this role you’ll come equipped with:

• Proven Leadership skills, with several years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment
• Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum (5) year forest industry experience
• Good knowledge of computer applications (ie. Microsoft Office)
• Mobile equipment knowledge would be an asset

What will really put you over the top is your willingness to get out from behind the desk, balancing your professionalism and confidence with a dash of humility. If this describes you, Canfor is the right fit for you. Come find out why Canfor is consistently rated amongst BC’s best employers At Canfor, we’re innovators in the forest products industry and if you are too, it’s time to grow your career working alongside some of the best and brightest in the business.

The salary range for this position is: $79,450.00-$113,500.00

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location. #CADS #LI-ZM1