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 40 reviews)); "People were great and always kept busy" ((in 35 reviews)); "The people and the culture are great!" ((in 13 reviews)); "good work life balance" ((in 9 reviews))

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

"Poor management depending on department" ((in 14 reviews)); "Mill level senior leadership is untrustworthy" ((in 6 reviews)); "Long hours, lazy people, bad attitudes, managers do nothing" ((in 3 reviews)); "Long hours and shift work" ((in 3 reviews)); "Poor work life balance with long hours and lack of job security." ((in 3 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

5.0

Sep 13, 2021

Amazing company with great opportunities

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Pros

Competitive wages, amazing opportunities for growth, very flexible and versatile

Cons

I cannot think of any

4.0

Aug 25, 2021

Progressive and diverse

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Canfor Pulp has a challenging work environment that provides opportunity and engagement for every level of employment. They are a very diverse company and value their employees.

Cons

Not a company to work for if you don't like to be involved in your work and have input into your work life.

5.0

Aug 6, 2021

Great place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

- Great people to work with - Work-life balance is outstanding - Strong focus on personal and professional growth - Great benefits package - Beautiful office

Cons

- Initial salary offer was not competitive - Senior leadership can be unadaptive at times - Conservative company culture - Dress code

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