What are the responsibilities and job description for the Log Yard Relief Operator position at West Fraser?
This is a Safety Sensitive Position under Arkansas law.
Impairment from drugs, alcohol, or cannabis may endanger health or safety, especially when operating or maintaining vehicles, machinery, or equipment.
What You’ll Do
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, a drug screen test, and a physical.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer a competitive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401-k savings plans with company match, and vacation.
West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace
Impairment from drugs, alcohol, or cannabis may endanger health or safety, especially when operating or maintaining vehicles, machinery, or equipment.
What You’ll Do
- Inspect incoming log shipments for quality and compliance with company specifications
- Conduct daily inspections of equipment, and complete pre-start checklists
- Operate heavy equipment such as log loader, knuckle boom, log truck to transport logs within the yard
- Run pre-checks on equipment before operations start, to ensure proper functioning and report any maintenance needs
- Practice minor adjustments or repairs to equipment that’s being operated, and assist Millwrights and Mechanics with repairs when requested
- Unload trucks as requires, ensure all logs are received, sorted and processed in an efficient manner.
- Unload logs into log decks, or the scale yard
- Maintain regular contact with strand prep, especially if there’s an issue that impacts the logs in the magazines
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, by ensuring the log yard is safe and in compliance with all safety regulations and standards
- Ensure that the log ponds are properly filled with logs
- Remain attentive, practice hand-eye coordination and multitasking skills such as operating equipment while observing signals from a colleague over a two-way radio
- Communicate with team members, truck drivers, and mill personnel to coordinate operations effectively
- Maintain accurate records of incoming logs, log inventory, and movements
- Work closely with scale house, filling in as requested/needed
- Work closely with the Sawmill, filling in as requested/needed
- Report any issues, delays or irregularities to the supervisor promptly
- Variable tasks based on Mill operations
- Experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator
- High School Diploma
- Experience in the forestry or manufacturing industry
- Hand-eye coordination
- Communication – verbal and written
- Ability to analyze a situation, evaluate options, and make a calculated decision in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
- Personal Commitment to Safety
- Experience in the forestry or manufacturing industry is considered an asset
- Demonstration of our West Fraser values (including integrity, humility, teamwork, frugality, innovation, competitiveness, and respect)
- Benefits Starting Day 1
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, a drug screen test, and a physical.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer a competitive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401-k savings plans with company match, and vacation.
West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace