Trimmer Operator

Hood Lumber • Waynesboro, MS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Hood Industries, Inc., a wood manufacturing and distribution company, is hiring a Trimmer Operator at its sawmill in Waynesboro, Mississippi. The operator runs and maintains factory equipment, operating the trimmer at production target speeds and ensuring boards are evenly ended. The role involves troubleshooting typical machine problems, performing simple maintenance, and assisting a Millwright or Lead with equipment repairs as needed. Applicants should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to work independently or as part of a team. The position requires working nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required, and working outside in all conditions around loud equipment.

Applicants must consent to a background check and drug screen to continue in the selection process. Employment offers are contingent on meeting the company's background-check standards and passing the required drug test. Hired employees must provide documentation of their legal right to work in the United States.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to understand, clearly communicate, and follow all safety rules and policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to make quick decisions using hand, eye, and foot coordination.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the work shift.
• Applicants must consent to a background check and drug screen; offers are contingent on meeting background-check standards and passing the required drug test.
• If hired, must provide documentation of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Consistently operate the trimmer at production target speeds.
• Monitor saw cuts and ensure boards are even ended.
• Troubleshoot typical problems and perform simple maintenance on the machine.
• Assist a Millwright or Lead with equipment repairs as needed.
• Fill oilers for saw air cylinders.
• Inspect the work area to ensure machine guards are in place, and stay out of guarded areas unless properly locked out.
• Use equipment correctly and immediately report damaged equipment to the Supervisor or Lead Person.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow company safety rules and policies and keep the assigned area clean.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Cancer coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Long-term disability (LTD) coverage. Benefits are available the first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED