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Posted 13 months ago

Production Labourer

@ Similkameen Forest Products

Princeton, British Columbia

$34.88/hrFull-time
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Overview

The Gorman Group is hiring a full-time production labourer at its Princeton Mill division in Princeton, BC. The role is shift work in a manufacturing production environment, with a starting wage of $34.875 per hour. The position is unionized under a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the United Steelworkers.

Pay:

From $34.88 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Work shifts, available on short notice
  • Work in a manufacturing production environment
  • Work independently and in a team
  • Learn and adapt to new tasks

Requirements summary:

  • Physical ability for labour-intensive work
  • High school diploma or equivalent (asset)
  • Forestry or manufacturing experience (advantage)
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2025-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
EducationHigh school (preferred)
Perks mentionedRetirement plan

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Similkameen Forest Products

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Job description

The Gorman Group is a modern and innovative forest products company comprised of six divisions across the Interior of British Columbia and Northern Washington State. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and community, the Gorman Group is proud to be a trusted leader in the forest industry. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and their involvement and contributions are essential to our continued success. Our operations reflect a dedication to operational excellence, safety, and responsible forest stewardship.

Princeton is located at the confluence of the Similkameen and Tulameen Rivers, just one hour from the South Okanagan and three hours from the Lower Mainland. Local amenities include an 18-hole golf course, a curling rink, an indoor arena, an outdoor pool, ATV trails, mountain bike trails, and groomed nordic ski trails. The town also hosts an annual rodeo and an outdoor music festival, offering a welcoming community with plenty of opportunities to enjoy an active lifestyle.

This is a unionized position and is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement between Interior Forest Labour Relations Association and United Steelworkers.

KEY ROLES of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Working shift work and available for all shifts on short notice
  • Working in a manufacturing production environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Physical ability to perform labour intensive occupations
  • High School Diploma or equivalency is considered an asset
  • Previous experience in forestry or manufacturing is considered an advantage
  • Must be 18 years of age or older as per the new BC Government legislation

WAGE: Starts at $34.875 per hour.

ABOUT US:

The Gorman Group of Companies is family owned and proudly made up of Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd., Canoe Forest Products, Oroville Reman and Reload, Downie Timber and Selkirk Cedar, Lumby Pole, and Princeton Mill Divisions. For 75 years, we have been known for creating The Finest Boards and other specialty wood products. Perhaps even more, we are known for working together.

The Gorman Group is more than just a group of companies…we are a family! We value the family roots that connect us and the employees that work for us. We believe our employees are fundamental to our success as we strive to become the employer of choice through our strong family values, culture, community involvement, innovation, and constant drive for excellence.

The Gorman Group is committed to the well-being of future generations and is fully committed to responsible and sustainable forest management of the lands where our operations are conducted. Our commitment to the environment encompasses the highest levels of stewardship and welcomes accountability.

WE OFFER:

  • Family supporting jobs and a safe place to build your career
  • Competitive pay and exceptional benefits
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Pension Plan
  • Shift Premiums
  • Diverse work opportunities
  • An open and innovative culture
  • A progressive and dynamic work environment

We are more than a company…we are a community! We believe this community begins at work and with YOU!

If you possess the skills and qualifications required for this challenging position, we want to hear from you! Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

As part of our interview process, candidates may be required to complete a series of pre-employment screening assessments.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Gorman Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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