Company Description

Who we are. At Mercer Mass Timber we are exceptional people making mass timber for a more sustainable world. We are North America’s largest Mass Timber Manufacturer, with facilities in Penticton, British Columbia, Spokane Valley, WA, and Conway, Arkansas with a combined annual production capacity of over 255,000 cubic metres of mass timber.  MMT is part of Mercer International, a leading forest products company who is one of the world’s largest market pulp producers and operates the world’s largest sawmill. Mercer has operations in Canada, Germany, United States and Australia.

At Mercer Okanagan we manufacture high-quality engineered wood products, specializing in Glued-Laminated Timber (Glulam) and Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT). Our CLT Finishing and CLT & Glulam production plants span 111,000 square feet across 11 acres, located at Wallis Road and Maple Street in the Okanagan Valley. We take pride in creating structural timber solutions that are strong, sustainable, and built to last. As part of a unionized team, you’ll contribute to innovative construction projects across North America while working in a safe, respectful, and team-oriented environment.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

The Laborer is an integral member of the production team at our Mass Timber Plant. This entry-level position supports the safe and efficient manufacture of engineered wood products such as cross-laminated timber (CLT), glulam beams, and other structural components. The Laborer performs a range of duties including material handling, machine support, quality checks, and site housekeeping to ensure consistent production flow and adherence to safety and quality standards.

All production employees are members of the USW local 1-423 Union. This position is located at our facilities in Okanagan Falls B.C.

Responsibilities

• Assist machine operators and production staff with material staging, loading, and offloading of timber products.
• Perform basic quality control tasks including visual inspection for defects, measurement verification, and recording of production data.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and other equipment as required for timber finishing and cleanup.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe working environment.
• Remove scrap material and waste, sort reusable components, and ensure proper disposal of non-reusable materials.
• Follow all company safety protocols and participate in regular safety meetings and training.
• Support other production-related tasks as directed by supervisors.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or quality concerns to the appropriate personnel promptly.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred but not required)
• Previous experience in manufacturing, construction, or wood products industry is an asset.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs as required for specific tasks.
• Comfortable working in a role that involves standing for extended periods (with scheduled breaks), as well as bending, twisting, and moving in a production environment.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate tools and machinery that require hand coordination and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Work effectively in a team under supervisors, follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Good time management skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and cross-train on various tasks and equipment.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on punctuality, reliability, and safety.

Salary & Benefits

• The starting wage for this position is $24.86 per hour.
• Our group benefits package includes extended health and dental benefits, in addition to a fitness allowance.
• RRSP – We provide a competitive RRSP contribution plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions.

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your resume with a cover letter by email to careers.mmt@mercerint.com. Please include your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject line.  The competition will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. Please note that relocation assistance will not be available.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.

At Mercer, we are Sustainable. By Design.