Entry-Level Lumber Operator: Sawmill Stacking & Safety

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.; Town of Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking entry-level General Laborers for the Vernon, NY 1st shift. The role focuses on stacking lumber safely and efficiently, with work often performed in a sawmill or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include sorting, conveying, cleaning the work area, and basic equipment maintenance. The job requires physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and a willingness to cross-train within the team.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team.
• Must be able to lift up to 50+ lbs. at times.

Responsibilities

• Sorting and stacking hardwood products onto wood carts or in stackdown stands using leverage.
• Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or for transfer to other conveyors.
• Shovel bark and chips and cleans work area, using broom and shovel. Make sure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving every day.
• Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment.
• Some climbing and crawling may be involved associated with housekeeping.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Cross-training

Job description

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking entry-level General Laborers for the Vernon, NY 1st shift. The role focuses on stacking lumber safely and efficiently, with work often performed in a sawmill or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include sorting, conveying, cleaning the work area, and basic equipment maintenance. The job requires physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and a willingness to cross-train within the team.