BASIC FUNCTION:

• The Order Maker receives direction from Yard Foreman. 
• Focuses on the quality, productivity, and safety of orders and workers. 
• Assists a Saw Operator, Grader, Labourer or SF drivers on handling and sorting material and may also cut and handle material to fill production or customer requirements. 
• Keeps work area tidy and orderly, for ease of locating product and filling orders and efficiently and effectively maximise the quality and quantity, and minimise waste.
• Work with Small Forklift Driver or Order Maker to direct placement of incoming and outgoing material

QUALIFICATIONS

The following are the principal qualifications for this position:

Personal Characteristics

• Able to multi-task, learn and apply new information quickly
• Comfortable with variable workloads
• Individual who can adhere to aggressive timelines
• Able to work in an environment which is subject to constant review and requires efficient use of time to maintain production schedules.
• Able to take direction or work independently, and exercise judgement where supervision may be minimal
• Look at the quality of lumber, optimize order stacking and take advantage of space
• Inspect all material going into the grinder is unsellable, to ensure that it is only used as the last resort
• Regularly review lumber inventory levels, and report to Lumber Foreman of any shortages and overages
• Able to perform manual tasks

Experience

• 1 – 2 years’ experience working as an Order Maker or Labourer, industry experience is an asset.
• General knowledge of lumber and building products