EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

John A Biewer Co Inc • Prentice, WI

131d • $0 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Biewer Wisconsin Sawmill is hiring a full-time Equipment Operator in Prentice, Wisconsin. The role operates a powered industrial truck to load and unload lumber materials, requiring skillful maneuvering of wide and complex loads through storage areas, machines, loading zones, and rail cars. The position also supports other production departments as needed and helps maintain a safe, orderly workplace.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write and update routine reports and basic correspondence and follow production specifications.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to speak effectively and professionally with customers or employees.
• Ability to sit inside a forklift or walk for extended periods during 8–12-hour shifts.
• Ability to climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.
• Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and use hand tools.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Team orientation, strong communication skills, commitment to safety, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination.
• Comply with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Prior manufacturing experience.
• OSHA safety certification or forklift certification, or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Use a forklift to handle and safely stack dimensional lumber and plywood in the correct storage bays.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and railcars with a forklift.
• Locate and move product stock to maintain accurate inventory.
• Identify product damage and monitor material quality.
• Work in other departments, such as splitting, stacking, and tagging, as needed.
• Perform lockout procedures as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and policies, work with coworkers to maintain a safe environment, and report accidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
• Maintain a safe workplace and culture and complete required safety forms, checklists, and permits.
• Sweep floors, pick up broken lumber and straps, and shovel debris.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Stable work environment.
• Technical challenges.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in the lumber industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED