Millworker Technician / Machine Operator
About The Position
Hardwood Industries, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturer and distributor of premium hardwood products. We are seeking a Millworker Technician / Machine Operator to support both mill operations and warehouse order fulfillment in a continuous improvement-focused manufacturing environment. This role encourages employees to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and workflow while performing hands-on production, material handling, and order processing tasks. Responsibilities include operating mill equipment, pulling and staging orders, performing quality checks, and maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Requirements
- Ability to learn and safely operate mill and warehouse equipment
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide; calculate linear, board, and square footage)
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate job-related information in English
- Ability to use computer software, including Microsoft Office and Epicor
- Strong attention to detail and teamwork
Nice To Haves
- Forklift experience preferred or ability to become certified
Responsibilities
- Operate and off-bear behind sanders, rack and stack lumber properly, identify belt issues affecting surface quality, change sanding belts as required, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Set up and off-bear in front of and behind the planer, stack lumber properly, identify surface defects, and set planer thickness as required.
- Set up and off-bear behind the rip saw, stack lumber, monitor dimensional accuracy, identify dimensional issues, and change arbor and shoes as needed.
- Operate chop saw with safety as the highest priority, follow emergency procedures, set up and cut material to specified lengths, identify dimensional defects, label and tally material accurately, and maintain cleanliness around the saw area.
- Follow startup and shutdown procedures for dust collection and safety systems, use dust collection systems properly, wear required PPE, and use Clark Pyro Guard equipment safely.
- Safely operate forklifts, identify wood species, pull orders accurately (lumber, sheet goods, mouldings, sundry items), hand stack and re-stack materials as required, and sort lumber by width, length, and special instructions.
- Utilize Voice Directed Tally System (VDTS), perform quality control checks, complete bill of lading (BOL) processes, use Epicor and inventory systems to update and maintain accuracy, communicate with sales staff regarding orders and issues, update inventory mapping in Excel, and stage orders for loading.
- Perform occasional loading and unloading.
- Accurately tally lumber using tally sticks or VDTS, complete customer work orders, calculate board footage accurately, and identify defects such as splits during tallying.
- Identify lumber grades and species at a basic level.
- Operate banding and band-chopper equipment.
- Stack materials according to standard unit widths with proper stickers.
- Follow all safety practices and procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Long-term employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
