Operator Apprentice - Rotating Schedule

West Fraser•Joyce, LA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator Apprentice position involves entry-level responsibilities focused on maintaining safe work areas, cleaning equipment, and supporting production. This role requires flexibility to perform various job assignments, operate industrial machinery, and adhere strictly to safety policies. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays and rotating shifts (two weeks of days followed by two weeks of nights). New hires must have safety toe boots by their first day of employment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
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 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
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