Does Canfor pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Canfor employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Canfor. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Canfor?

48% of Canfor employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Canfor 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Canfor?

Supply Chain Planner (9) , Machine Operator (8) , Millwright (8) , Manager (6) , Business Analyst (5) , Engineer (5) , Journeyman Millwright (5) , Operator (5) , Production Employee (5) , Account Executive (4) , Finance (4) , Production Operator (4) , Field Operator (3) , Forklift Operator (3) , General Laborer (3)

What are the pros of working at Canfor according to real employee reviews?

"Relatively easy for good pay" ((in 46 reviews)); "Holidays and benefits are good." ((in 38 reviews)); "People were great and always kept busy" ((in 34 reviews)); "The people and the culture are great!" ((in 13 reviews)); "Good salary compared to other industries." ((in 11 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Canfor according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management depending on department" ((in 15 reviews)); "Mill level senior leadership is untrustworthy" ((in 6 reviews)); "Long hours and shift work" ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Canfor layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Canfor layoffs and their outlook for job security at Canfor in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Canfor locations?

Mobile , Darlington , Conway , Camden , Jackson , Urbana , Moultrie , Fulton , Graham , Greensboro , Hermanville , El Dorado , DeRidder , Estill , Marion , Cassatt , Myrtle Beach , Thomasville

Canfor reviews

3.5

48% would recommend to a friend

(317 total reviews)

Don Kayne

63% approve of CEO

15% positive business outlook

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Canfor has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 317 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Canfor employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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317 reviews

1.0

Nov 21, 2010

Only job in town

Planning forester

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The only job in town for foresters, close to home, some good people, salaries are competitive.

Cons

low-cost corporate culture, intense competition for positions, expected to be on-call all the time, hire a specific type of personell that obeys orders and follows procedures, not honest about career paths and possibilities, string part-time employees along with the promise of full-time positions.

2.0

Apr 25, 2026

The Good Times Are Gone

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people (mostly those in mid-level or entry-level roles). Regional office cultures are better than head office.

Cons

Crippling lack of direction from senior leaders has eroded both the businesses outlook and culture. As a result, many talented people have left, and more continue to. Meanwhile, nepotism is alive and well, with many unqualified people being handed roles because of who they know. Positive change will not occur with current leadership.

4.0

Oct 30, 2024

Weekend Cleanup - Student

Weekend cleanup

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very flexible with time off as a student worker.

Cons

Might not be ideal for those who don't like shift work.

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