Planer Setter

Hampton Lumber•Fairfax, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Planer Setter is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient setup, operation, adjustment, and maintenance of the planer machine. This position ensures lumber is surfaced to specification, maintains optimal planer performance, minimizes downtime, with continuous improvement in safety, quality, recovery, and productivity.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to work safely in a fast paced manufacturing environment
Ability to read measuring devices and dimensional specifications

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED
Planer mill experience
Ability to read measuring devices and dimensional specifications
Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes
Experience with planer setup, troubleshooting, and tooling
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment
Ensure planer area housekeeping standards are met
Verify planer setup meets production schedules and grade requirements
Optimize machine settings for lumber size, species, and quality requirements
Monitor machine performance and make real-time adjustments to maximize run rate and quality
Maintain tooling, knives and cutter heads
Conduct daily planer inspections
Conduct all preventative maintenance (PM) activities on the planer

Benefits

Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
Paid time off, including nine paid holidays
Participation in the employee bonus program
Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

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