Operating Apprentice

West Fraser Timber • Augusta, GA

453d

About The Position

The Operating Apprentice position at West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. is designed for individuals looking to start a career in the wood products industry. This role involves learning to operate industrial machinery safely and efficiently while contributing to production goals. The company emphasizes a culture of safety, teamwork, and internal promotion, providing a stable work environment with opportunities for career development.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred 2 years of machine operator experience.
• Preferred 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Willingness to accept greater responsibility.
• Ability to work with little or no direct supervision and handle high-stress situations.
• Physical ability to perform frequent sitting and standing, moderate bending, walking, reaching, and some squatting.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to work overtime and be on-call to support 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team to ensure optimal production levels.
• Learn to successfully operate equipment within job classification.
• Perform general clean-up duties at the end of each shift and throughout the day.
• Sweep, pick up, and saw broken and crooked boards, and shovel sawdust as part of clean-up.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay
• Wellness Pay Program
• On-the-job training
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wood Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees