Machine Operator Trainee

West Fraser Timber Company • Leola, AR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Machine Operator Trainee is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions. What you will do: 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 Progressively qualifying on numerous machine centers to work throughout the facility 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

Requirements

• No direct experience needed
• High School Diploma or GED
• 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 aptitude testing, background check, drug screen test, and physical

Responsibilities

• 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
• Progressively qualifying on numerous machine centers to work throughout the facility
• 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

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A 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

What This Job Offers

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