Entry Level Operator

West Fraser•Jacksonville, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

Requirements

Willing to work any shift
High School Diploma or GED
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures
Recognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team members
Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform entry-level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including the use of a shovel, etc.
Stack various lengths of lumber
Maintaining safe work areas, collecting debris, and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas
Cleaning industrial equipment and workstations
Relieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machinery
Showing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily
Supporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures at all times
Follow all Safe Work Procedures
Follow all Zero Energy State procedures