Western Forest Products Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 57 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.

Work wellbeing score is Below average, 64 out of 100

Happiness

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Low

Stress-free

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Above average

Purpose

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Low

Satisfaction

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Low

About the company

Company size
1,001 to 5,000
Revenue
$640m to $1,3bn (CAD)
Industry
Manufacturing
Headquarters
800-1055 W Georgia Stree...
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Western Forest Products website

Western Forest Products is a Canadian forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products.

We are committed to providing the most sustainable building products on the planet. With operations in the coastal region of British Columbia and Washington State, Western Forest Products meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering sourced from our secure access to a variety of coastal BC tree species. Our progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices and large investment in manufacturing ensures the health and prosperity of our forests, communities and business for generations to come.

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Jobs

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Casual

Weekend Cleanup/Firewatch Labourers

Ladysmith, BC

$24.30–$33.35 an hour

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30+ days ago

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Sawmill Production Labourers

Nanaimo, BC

$24.30–$33.35 an hour

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30+ days ago

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980 Wheel Loader Operator

Campbell River, BC

$34.12 an hour

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30+ days ago

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Permanent

Millwrights

Chemainus, BC

$44.72–$49.28 an hour

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30+ days ago

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Salaries

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Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 147 reviews and is evolving.

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Reviews

Equipment Operator in Woss, BC

on 8 August 2023

No hours

Good hourly wage no hours to make a livingShift was always changed, old and set In there ways, don’t want to get with the times, union company with 65+ guys that bump the young worker home

Lift Truck Operator in Port Alberni, BC

on 10 November 2023

They were never satisfied

What is the best part of working at the company?Nothing. Horrible company to work for. they treat you like garbageWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?You can't count on nothing.You never know when you're working or laid offWhat is the work environment and culture like at the company?Horrible leadership. They never tell you the trutWhat is a typical day like for ...

Weekend cleanup in Cowichan Bay, BC

on 6 November 2023

Had a lot of jobs for my life, but I really like it there

What is the best part of working at the company?It seems through the hiring process they find a good mix of young and experienced employeesWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?That you’re dealing with raw product coming out of the ocean so always protect yourself with the proper PPE. Sometimes you forget about it.What is the work environment and culture like at the c...

End stacker operator in Cowichan Bay, BC

on 16 October 2023

A total waste of the 7 years of life I have to the company.

What is the best part of working at the company?Not much, management makes sure you're not having a good time while thereWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?Just showing up, it's production based and safety is huge until it gets in the way with productionWhat is the work environment and culture like at the company?Pretty rough, employees are pretty good if you have ...

Student Intern in Nanaimo, BC

on 14 October 2023

Good place to work

Friendly and supportive work environment. Some flexibility with work hours. Provided training opportunities. Decent pay and benefits. Overall would recommend.

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Interview insights

Insights from 116 Indeed users who have interviewed with Western Forest Products within the last 5 years.

Average experience

Interview is average

Process takes about a week

Interview questions

It was a long time a go

It was a long time a go...

Shared on 20 May 2021

They asked mostly about my previous experience as safety rep and if I would be willing to be safety rep. They also asked me about my previous experience in other fields and how it would be transferable to their operation.

They asked mostly about my pre...

Shared on 4 July 2019

It doesn't even matter, they are so desperate for trades that all you need is a heart beat.

It doesn't even matter, they a...

Shared on 21 February 2019

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