Production Operator

About the role

West Fraser's Henderson sawmill is hiring for an entry-level general labor role. The Operator Apprentice position is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions. The successful applicant will be allowed an appropriate amount of time to train for this job and must be willing to cross-train within any department. This role also includes forklift operators.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc.
• Stack various lengths of lumber
• Perform tasks indoors and outdoors, no matter the weather conditions
• Monitor lumber movement
• Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups
• Clear jammed lumber as necessary
• Assist others as necessary
• Perform quality checks
• Perform safety observations
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures
• Follow all Zero Energy State procedures
• Utilize downtime or slow time to enhance the appearance and productivity of the department
• Perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Operate necessary equipment according to procedures
• Monitor assigned area and related area visually and via monitor screen
• Remove/straighten out cross-ups using pike pole or picaroon
• Inspect equipment
• Service and make minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Assist maintenance with servicing of equipment
• Clean equipment
• Document and report results
• Perform daily greasing of necessary equipment and/or related equipment

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Excellent safety record
• Follow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety program
• Follow all electrical safety standards
• Willing to work any shift
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude
• Basic maintenance skills
• Capability to troubleshoot issues and diagnose problems within the department and/or related equipment
• Able to maintain or assist with maintaining the assigned area and/or related equipment
• Capability to perform preventative maintenance on assigned machine
• Able to climb ladders and work in elevated workplaces
• Capable of working in tight close spaces
• Ability to make quality control checks and adjustments at the assigned area and/or other related equipment
• Ability to keep the department clean and meet housekeeping standards
• Willingness and ability to learn and use some basic computer-related operating skills
• Willing to train others within the department and/or related equipment
• Willing to cross-train on other equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• Culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays