General Labor - Lumber Grader/Stacker

UFP Industries; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

UFP Industries in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an entry-level General Labor - Lumber Grader / Stacker to grade, sort, and stack lumber in a pine sawmill environment. You will help keep material moving, maintain clean work areas, and contribute to a safe, efficient production team.

The role offers opportunities for advancement into sawmill operator positions based on safety, attendance, and performance. Starting wage is $18.00-$22.00 per hour, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Able to work safely in a sawmill or manufacturing environment.
• Able to stand, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Grade and sort lumber based on size, quality, defects, and production requirements.
• Stack lumber safely, neatly, and according to instructions.
• Remove off-grade, damaged, or defective material as directed.
• Keep production areas clean and free of debris, broken boards, and tripping hazards.
• Assist with maintaining steady lumber flow through assigned work areas.
• Communicate quality issues, equipment concerns, jams, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor or lead.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including PPE requirements, lockout/tagout rules, and safe work practices around sawmill equipment.
• Work cooperatively with machine operators, forklift operators, supervisors, and other production employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support sawmill operations.

Job description

Position Summary

The General Labor - Lumber Grader / Stacker position is responsible for grading, sorting, and stacking lumber in a pine sawmill production environment. This role supports safe and efficient mill operations by identifying lumber quality, keeping material moving, maintaining clean work areas, and working as part of a production team.

This is an entry-level production position with opportunities for advancement into sawmill operator positions for employees who demonstrate strong safety habits, attendance, work ethic, and the ability to learn mill operations.

Essential Functions

• Grade and sort lumber based on size, quality, defects, and production requirements.
• Stack lumber safely, neatly, and according to instructions.
• Remove off-grade, damaged, or defective material as directed.
• Keep production areas clean and free of debris, broken boards, and tripping hazards.
• Assist with maintaining steady lumber flow through assigned work areas.
• Communicate quality issues, equipment concerns, jams, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor or lead.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including PPE requirements, lockout/tagout rules, and safe work practices around sawmill equipment.
• Work cooperatively with machine operators, forklift operators, supervisors, and other production employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support sawmill operations.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work safely in a sawmill or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, pull, and perform repetitive work throughout the shift.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in sawmill, lumber, pallet, manufacturing, construction, farming, warehouse, or other hands-on work environment.
• Prior lumber grading, sorting, stacking, or forklift experience.
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in learning sawmill equipment operation.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

This position works in an industrial sawmill environment with exposure to noise, sawdust, moving equipment, lumber, forklifts, weather conditions, and varying temperatures. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, lift up to pounds, bend, twist, push, pull, reach, and perform repetitive motions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Overtime, weekends, and schedule flexibility may be required based on production needs.

Advancement Opportunity

Employees in this position may have the opportunity to advance into sawmill operator roles based on performance, safety record, attendance, attitude, and ability to learn additional responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Starting Wage: $18.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.