Wood Treater

4 weeks ago


Peterborough, Canada Stella-Jones Inc. Full time

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever
- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.
Position Summary
The Treating Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the treating system, this includes completing a process that combines a number of tasks (automated, computer controlled, mechanical and physical) and other duties as assigned.
Afternoons - 3:30pm to 1:00am
Hourly wage $26.65 + $1.25 shift premium

**Responsibilities**:

- Operate and tend to kiln, treating tanks and other equipment to dry lumber, prepare to treat chemically
- Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights in order to detect deviations from standards and to ensure that processes are operating according to specifications
- Assist in maintaining processing equipment and machines as required - cleaning, lubricating and adjusting
- Transport materials and products to and from work areas, manually or using a cart and/or forklift
- Work in compliance with all company rules and regulations
- Follow all company Health & Safety policies and SOPs
- Wear all PPE required and work in a safe manner
- Participate in all company mandated training in good faith
- Come to work prepared (both mentally and materially) to work in a variety of environments
- Complete first aid training and any refresher training required
- Complete forklift training and any refreshers training required
- Possess excellent knowledge of the treating department and understanding of the treating process
- Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Ensure products manufactured are of the required quality
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Follow and understand daily production schedules
- Knowledge of the chemicals being used and first aid measures when contact is made with any chemicals
- Label parts & products clearly and accurately
- Complete appropriate forms legibly and clearly
- Work cooperatively with a team to achieve production targets
- Maintain good housekeeping in all assigned areas
- Abide to OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) workplace health and safety standards
- Report all Health & Safety issues immediately
- Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies
- Stand for significant periods of time (7 hours or more)
- Be able to lift 50lbs unassisted
- Good manual dexterity, hand eye co-ordination
- Comfortable completing repetitive tasks
- Attention to detail
- Basic trouble-shooting skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good computer knowledge and experience
- Basic math skills
- Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos & schedules
- Write simple correspondence
- Work independently and be flexible regarding work assignments

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
- Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match
- Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution match
- Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. #StellaH