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Machine Operator $25.00 - $27.00/hour (depending on experience) Monday to Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM Why Join Us? Four-day work week with every Friday off Clear advancement opportunities into Lead Hand and Supervisory positions Apprenticeship support and carpentry career development opportunities Cross-training on multiple machines and manufacturing processes Opportunity to work on landmark mass timber projects Travel opportunities for installations and field support Per diems, premiums, company-paid accommodations, and flights when working out of town Free on-site parking Stable, long-term employment with a growing industry leader What You'll Do Receive, inspect, and grade incoming lumber to ensure it meets quality standards and production requirements.
Set up, operate, and monitor the Opti-Saw and other wood processing equipment. Measure, cut, plane, and prepare lumber for production using industrial machinery and hand tools. Operate overhead cranes safely to move materials throughout the facility. Use power tools and woodworking equipment including band saws, circular saws, chop saws, sanders, drills, and nail guns. Perform quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Read basic blueprints, shop drawings, and production instructions. Communicate effectively with team members using two-way radios and daily production meetings. Assist with crate building, packaging, and material preparation for shipping and installation. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Support yard and shipping activities as required. Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safety-first culture.
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, heavy industrial, woodworking, or carpentry environment. At least 1 year of machine operating experience. Experience using hand and power tools in a production setting. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to read a tape measure accurately and work with dimensional lumber.
Physically capable of lifting, carrying, and moving materials throughout the shift. Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic. Steel-toe work boots required. Preferred Qualifications Experience in timber manufacturing, mass timber production, sawmill operations, woodworking, or carpentry. Experience operating saws, planers, or Opti-Saw equipment. Overhead crane experience. Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
Knowledge of lumber grading and wood quality standards. Experience with sanding, finishing, or assembly work. Work Environment This role is based in a busy manufacturing facility producing engineered wood and mass timber components. Most work is performed indoors on an active production floor, with occasional outdoor duties supporting shipping and material handling. You'll work alongside a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are highly valued.
Daily work involves exposure to wood dust, industrial machinery, and material handling in a physically demanding setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Abbotsford, BC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Abbotsford,BC. À propos d'Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine.
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