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You'll operate our powerful forklifts and other equipment to move, stack, and organize lumber and supplies. Your role is crucial in maintaining the flow of production and ensuring everything is in the right place at the right time. If you have a knack for operating machinery and a keen eye for detail, this job at our sawmill in EL Dorado, LA, might just be for you! Join us and discover a pathway for career advancement, where your hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded.\nThis role is a permanent full-time position working Monday through Friday.\nWhat you will do as a Forklift Operator:\nSafely and efficiently operate the forklift to move lumber and other materials around the sawmill.\nLoad and unload trucks with incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accurate and secure placement.\nOrganize and stack materials in designated areas to maintain a clean and orderly yard.\nFollow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.\nPerform routine inspections and basic maintenance on the forklift to keep it in good working order.\nWork closely with other team members, including production staff and supervisors, to ensure smooth operations.\nExperience and skills that will help you stand out:\nAt least 1-2 years of experience operating forklifts, with specific experience on heavy-duty forklifts, preferably in a sawmill or industrial setting.\nStrong understanding of forklift operation and safety practices. Ability to handle large, heavy materials with precision.\nCapability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.\nKeen eye for detail to ensure accurate placement and secure handling of materials.\nGood communication skills and the ability to work well with others\nWe believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.\nAt Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. 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