Stacker Operator

About the Role

Step into the role of a MOCO Stacker Operator at our cutting-edge sawmill in DeRidder, LA. This permanent full-time position offers hands-on involvement in daily mill operations, working with a dynamic team in a safe and efficient environment. Your motivation, problem-solving skills, and teamwork will contribute directly to the mill’s success, with opportunities for career advancement and recognition of your hard work.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through various job responsibilities and tasks within your assigned workspace on an hourly basis.
• Safely operate industrial machinery, including the Sawmill stacker equipment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals while maintaining a commitment to quality.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery to identify wear, damage, or malfunction, and report findings to supervisors and maintenance for preventive action.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Determine lumber size to indicate the correct pack size for each product and ensure lumber is stacked according to quality standards for adequate drying.
• Place sticks between each layer of lumber, spaced 2’ apart unless otherwise instructed.
• Straighten lumber and assist with lumber cross-ups by lifting, pushing, and pulling lumber weighing 5 to 50 lbs.
• Perform cleanup duties around the Sawmill Stacker machine center using brooms, air hoses, and physical labor.
• Pick up stray lumber around the stacker and outfeed chains.
• Complete any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for most of the shift and perform repetitive, manual tasks for extended periods, including piling lumber, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with exposure to environmental elements, moving mechanical equipment, loud noise, and dust.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process is an asset.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers.
• High degree of urgency and attention to detail.
• Desire to learn, grow, and succeed.

Schedule

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday through Friday on the 2nd shift.

About Canfor

Canfor is a global leader in low-carbon forest products, including lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, producing high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine. Join us to help build a sustainable future.