General Labour

General Labourer

Kings Wood Products Inc. (A Subsidiary of Weston Forest Products Inc.)
30 Curtis Ave N, Paris, ON N3L 3V3
$18.00 per hour
Full-time | Day Shift / Afternoon Shift

About

Kings Wood Products Inc. is a pallet and crate manufacturing company established in 1970. We design and build pallets, crates, reels, and custom export packaging solutions for a wide range of industries.

As a subsidiary of Weston Forest Products Inc., a family-founded company dating back to 1953, Kings Wood Products shares a culture built on safety, teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. Weston Forest Products Inc. is proudly recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, a Great Place to Work, and a recipient of multiple national culture and business excellence awards.

The Role

The General Labourer plays a key role in supporting production across Kings Wood Products Inc.'s operations. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will assist in the cutting, building, and custom packaging processes that ensure high-quality products are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

Depending on business needs, your interests, and your qualifications, you may work in one or more of the following areas:

• Cutting Shop – cutting and shaping lumber using a variety of machinery

• Building Shop – assembling pallets and skids by hand or using pallet-making equipment

• Custom Shop – assisting with the construction of crates and custom export packaging, including occasional on-site packing projects

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare lumber by verifying correct species, dimensions, and quality according to work orders

• Load and feed boards into production machinery safely and efficiently

• Assist with stacking, bundling, and preparing finished products for shipment

• Assembling pallets and skids by hand or using pallet-making equipment

• Assisting with the construction of crates

• Operate tools and machinery safely, following all operational and safety procedures

• Adjust machines as required for cutting depth, feed rate, and material specifications

• Perform general housekeeping and maintain clean, organized work areas

• Handle, move, and transport materials throughout the facility (up to 20 kg as required)

• Report equipment issues or unsafe conditions to supervisors

• Follow instructions and support team members as needed

• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives

• Perform overtime when required, in accordance with legislative requirements

• Complete other duties as assigned

Health & Safety

• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

• Comply with company safety policies, procedures, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), including Section 28 – Duties of Workers

• Actively contribute to a strong safety-first culture where people matter most

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3–6 months of general labour or manufacturing experience preferred (not required)

• Experience with nail guns, impact drivers, saws, or similar tools is an asset

• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate machinery

• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions

• Good verbal communication skills

• Strong work ethic, initiative, and willingness to learn

• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

• Physically capable of standing, lifting, and moving materials throughout the workday

Work Schedule

This role may be assigned to either day shift or afternoon shift, based on operational needs.

• Day Shift
  Monday to Thursday: 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

OR

• Afternoon Shift
  Monday to Thursday: 4:00 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.

Why Work With Us

• Competitive starting wage of $18.00 per hour

• Stable, full-time employment

• Training and skill development opportunities

• Positive, inclusive, team-focused work environment

• Opportunity to grow within a respected, award-winning organization

At Weston Forest Products Inc. and Kings Wood Products Inc., our culture is built on personal growth, integrity, and partnership. We live by our brand promise:
"You'll love doing business with us."

Our Values

• People & Safety — results matter, but people matter more

• Entrepreneurial spirit — always improving

• Integrity — we do what we say

• Growth — inspiring personal and professional development

• Partnership — your success is our success

• Community — more than just a place to work

Application Process & Accessibility

Kings Wood Products Inc. and Weston Forest Products Inc. are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Please advise Human Resources of any accommodations required; all accommodation-related information will be kept confidential.

Artificial Intelligence is not used in the screening or selection of candidates for this role.

Applicants who are interviewed will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of the final interview, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (Ontario).

We thank all applicants for their interest. In accordance with Employment Standards Act (ESA) requirements, candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.