GENERAL LABOR
About The Position
Looking for a workplace that feels like a team? Biewer Sawmill, Inc. has been a cornerstone of the McBain community since 1983. As a family-owned company, we take pride in our safety, our community, and the 150 employees who make our success possible. We are currently seeking General Laborers who are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us keep our production running smoothly. We prioritize a collaborative atmosphere, ongoing training, and a 'safety-first' culture. Join us and see why so many people choose to build their careers at Biewer. Summary: Perform a variety of tasks to support daily sawmill production by safely operating round table equipment and assisting in various mill operations. This position ensures quality lumber output, maintains production flow, and promotes a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
Requirements
- Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization.
- Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Mathematical skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Gain fundamental knowledge of machines and equipment to advance to a machine operator role.
- Sort, stack, band, and stage lumber according to grade and size specifications.
- Remove scrap, debris, and wood residuals or byproducts from production areas.
- Ensure clean work areas by sweeping floors, picking up broken pieces of lumber, and shoveling material.
- Monitor material flow and prevent jams or downtime.
- Use hand tools for strapping and tying lumber bundles or blocks.
- Conduct routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
- Ensure compliance with quality control standards.
- Support other planer or mill departments as needed.
- Responsibly follow all safety procedures and policies, and work together with co-workers to ensure a safe working environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
