Fabrication - Mill Operator Lead

BlueLinx Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 27,640 - 39,366; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

8 Company Holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking a Lead Mill Operator to support timber and hardwood orders. This role involves operating woodworking machines and maintaining quality standards while ensuring safety.

The ideal candidate should have mill operations experience and a commitment to quality. The position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in mill operations or woodworking machinery operation is required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support operational goals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up woodworking machinery, including horizontal timber re-saw and planer.
• Read and interpret tape measures accurately.
• Inspect outbound orders for accuracy and quality.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintain machinery.
• Assist with training other team members.
• Maintain safety and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Mill operations experience

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Safety procedure adherence

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Build a Better Career as a Lead Mill Operator with BlueLinx!

At BlueLinx, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring our team members can build job security, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions. We deliver the building blocks to better lives.

Summary

The Lead Mill Operator plays a critical role in supporting custom timber and hardwood orders by safely and efficiently operating and setting up a variety of woodworking machines. This role is ideal for an experienced mill professional who values quality, safety, and teamwork while helping train others and maintain high operational standards.

Primary Duties

• Operate and set up woodworking machinery, including:
  • 24" horizontal timber re-saw
  • 24" four-sided planer
  • Straight line hardwood rip saw
  • Newman hardwood planer
• Read and interpret tape measures accurately to meet order specifications.
• Inspect outbound orders to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Perform routine equipment checks, maintain machinery, and report maintenance or repair needs to the Mill Manager.
• Assist with training and coaching other team members on resaw and planer operations.
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace safety and safe equipment operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support mill operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in mill operations or woodworking machinery operation is required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support operational goals.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and company policies.

Why BlueLinx?

Work-Life Balance

• Monday through Friday schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays

Career Growth

• Opportunity to develop and advance your career with a leading building products distributor

Our Values

• Customer Centric
• Respect
• Collaboration
• IntegrityGrit

About BlueLinx

BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70k branded and private-label SKUs, we have a broad distribution footprint servicing all 50 states. Our team of over 2,000 associates is critical to our success. Our culture is driven by teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

The fixed rate is $24.32 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.

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