NIGHT SHIFT PLANER TOOL SETTER

THE BEASLEY GROUP

5d•$72,000 - $91,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Planer Tool Setter is responsible for setting up, adjusting, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial planer machines within the sawmill. This position ensures planer heads and tooling are properly installed, aligned, and maintained to produce high-quality finished lumber, with a strong preference for experience working with pine products. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, in-depth knowledge of planer machine operation, and the ability to diagnose machine defects and performance issues.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of industrial planer machines
Experience setting up, adjusting, and troubleshooting planer equipment
Knowledge of lumber grading and characteristics, preferably pine
Understanding of common planer defects and machine-related issues
Ability to read and interpret production specifications and measurements
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed

Responsibilities

Set up and change planer heads, knives, and tooling according to production specifications
Install, align, and calibrate cutting tools to ensure proper lumber dimensions and finish quality
Inspect and verify finished lumber for accuracy, grade, and surface quality
Troubleshoot planer machine issues including feed problems, vibration, chatter marks, snipe, and dimensional inconsistencies
Identify and correct machine defects such as bearing wear, alignment issues, cutter head imbalance, and feed roll problems
Work closely with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on planer equipment
Adjust machine settings for different lumber sizes and species (preferably pine)
Monitor machine performance and recommend improvements for efficiency and quality
Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with sawmill safety standards
Follow all lockout/tagout and safety procedures