GENERAL LABOR

Biewer Lumber, LLC; McBain (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Biewer Sawmill, Inc. in McBain, MI is hiring for 2nd Shift Sawmill roles. You will train across various manufacturing operations while joining a safety-first, team-oriented environment.

Shifts run Monday through Friday, 3:45pm to 2:30am. Responsibilities include operating equipment, sorting lumber, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting multiple mill departments to ensure quality lumber output.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively and professionally to coworkers and customers.
• Basic math for quantity and measurement calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate round table equipment and assist in mill operations to support production.
• Sort, stack, band, and stage lumber according to grade and size.
• Maintain clean work areas and monitor material flow to prevent jams.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Follow safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• Support other planer or mill departments as needed.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient working environment.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Verbal communication

Math basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start your career adventure with Biewer Sawmill, Inc. in McBain, MI! We are seeking hardworking, team-oriented individuals for 2nd Shift Sawmill roles . Train across various manufacturing operations while working in a collaborative, safety-first environment..

Monday-Friday 3:45pm - 2:30am

Summary

Perform a variety of tasks to support daily sawmill production by safely operating round table equipment and assisting in various mill operations. This position ensures quality lumber output, maintains production flow, and promotes a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Gain fundamental knowledge of machines and equipment to advance to a machine operator role.
• Sort, stack, band, and stage lumber according to grade and size specifications.
• Remove scrap, debris, and wood residuals or byproducts from production areas.
• Ensure clean work areas by sweeping floors, picking up broken pieces of lumber, and shoveling material.
• Monitor material flow and prevent jams or downtime.
• Use hand tools for strapping and tying lumber bundles or blocks.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure compliance with quality control standards.
• Support other planer or mill departments as needed.
• Responsibly follow all safety procedures and policies, and work together with co-workers to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mathematical skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Education, Experience And Certifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment

• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to bark, sawdust, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures (hot, cold, humid).
• Due to exposure to noise above the permissible exposure limit (PEL), falling hazards, and sawdust, employees must wear hearing protection, a hard hat, safety glasses, safety footwear, and a high-visibility shirt/vest.
• This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Physical Demands

• Stand or walk for extended periods (8-12-hour shifts).
• Climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and use hand tools.

This job description should not be construed as a complete or detailed list of duties and other duties may be assigned by management.