Green Chain Puller

Zip-O-Laminators; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental/vision/Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Competitive pay

Job summary

Zip-O-Laminators in Eugene, OR is seeking a dependable sawmill associate to pull and sort lumber on green, sort, or clear chains, loading by size, length, and grade.

You will stack units to correct dimensions, band as needed, and collaborate with teammates to maintain a safe, efficient production flow. The role requires reading/writing and basic math, with adherence to lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Qualifications

• Must understand fundamentals of sawmilling.
• Ability to read and write and perform simple math.

Responsibilities

• Pull and sort lumber on Green, Sort, or Clear Chain.
• Stack units to designated height and width by size, length, and grade.
• Band and secure trim units; assist with loading and organization.
• Promote a safe production flow with team members; follow lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and report safety hazards.

Skills

Sawmilling basics

Job description

SUMMARY:Performs tasks associated with that of a green chain, clear chain, or sort chain person. Complies with all company safety rules and regulations. Demonstrates the ability to be a part of the production team by communicating and working within the parameters of the production department under the direction of the department supervisor.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Includes but is not limited to the following:Pulling and sorting of all lumber production on Green Chain, Sort Chain or Clear Chain.Making sure all lumber is pulled into its designated load; According to size, length, and grade. All units need stacked to the correct height and width.Make sure stickers are properly located.Make sure the resaw and trim is properly stacked into stable units. Trim unit will need to be banded.Work with other pullers as a team to ensure a safe and efficient production flow.Help ensure that all employees maintain a safe working environment and safe working habits.Know and utilize all lock-out/tag-out procedures associated with your job duties.When time allows, carry stickers, straighten loads, band units for forklift and clean up.Report any potential machinery defects immediately.Report any potential safety risks immediately.Keep work area clean and orderly.Downtime is clean-up and minor maintenance time.Why Join Our Team?Our family-owned sawmill has been a proud part of the local community for more than eight decades. We believe in building more than just great products—we build strong teams, lasting careers, and meaningful relationships. If you’re seeking a team that feels like family and a place where you can take pride in what you do, we’d love to have you with us.BENEFITSWe offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Company Provided BenefitsMedical Coverage, including Major Medical and HospitalizationDental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchingCompetitive salaryQUALIFICATIONS:Includes but is not limited to the following:Must understand fundamentals of sawmilling.Communicate with co-workers and supervisor.Work to promote a supportive teamwork environment.Work with limited supervisionPromote and support a strong safe work environment.Must be willing to fill in on off shift and overtime when required.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Previous sawmill experience preferred. The ability to learn and understand techniques to safely perform the duties of the position.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and write and the ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Preferred but not required:N/AOTHER QUALIFICATIONS:Preferred but not required:N/APHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, lift up to 50+lbs., manipulate 50-250 lbs., hear, and speak. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision.WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection is required in all areas of the sawmill.The dust level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Eye protection is required on the entire property except on the green chain or inside closed cabs.The environmental factors are that of the season. Exposure to heat, rain, cold, snow is a daily occurrence due to work performed outside at all times.Personal Protective Equipment includes but is not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, high visibility yellow/lime vest/shirt/jacket, heavy leather gloves, leather work boots laced above the ankle, and a leather apron.