Entry Level Operator

West Fraser; Whitehouse (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day 1

Competitive pay

Wellness pay

On-the-job training

Internal advancement

401k match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

West Fraser in Texas is seeking an entry-level Lumberyard Worker to support yard operations, perform basic housekeeping, stack lumber, and keep work areas safe. The role requires willingness to work any shift, outdoor work in all temperatures, and physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.

You will follow all safety procedures, participate in training, and contribute to a culture that values teamwork and internal growth.

Qualifications

• Willing to work any shift.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Follow West Fraser safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Employment contingent upon pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level lumberyard duties and housekeeping tasks.
• Stack various lengths of lumber.
• Maintain safe work areas and dispose of debris and sawdust.
• Clean industrial equipment and workstations.
• Relieve production positions and operate light/heavy machinery.
• Adapt to additional duties as needed daily.

Skills

Willing to work any shift

Good written and oral communication

Outdoor work in all temperatures

Physical stamina

Safety policy compliance

Team player

Shift rotation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform entry-level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including the use of a shovel, etc.
• Stack various lengths of lumber
• 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
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures
• Follow all Zero Energy State procedures

Required skills and experience include:

• Willing to work any shift
• High School Diploma or GED
• Good written and oral communication skills
• 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

Preferred Skills:

• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits start Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• Wellness Pay Program
• On-the-job training and a
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• 401k with company match
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

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