Kiln Console Operator: Precision Drying & Throughput

Rex Lumber, LLC.; Pearlhaven (MS); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rex Lumber, LLC. seeks a Continuous Dry Kiln Console Operator to manage kiln operations from the control console, adjusting temperatures, humidity, airflow, and push/chain speed to meet moisture targets.

You will load drying schedules by species and thickness, respond to alarms, and coordinate with the boiler/energy team to maintain heat stability, while ensuring safety and documentation.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous kiln, boiler, or sawmill process-control experience preferred. Training will be provided.
• Able to read and interpret gauges, trends, and computer control screens, and to make sound adjustments.
• Basic math and computer skills (percentages, moisture calculations, data entry).
• Understands, or is willing to learn, wood drying basics: species, thickness, moisture content, and defects.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to stay alert and make decisions during alarms or upsets.
• Clear communicator who works well as part of a team and with limited supervision.
• Able to complete the Rex Kiln Operator certification/skill list within the required period.
• Forklift certification preferred or obtained after hire, per company policy.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and control CDK operation from the console, including temperatures, humidity, airflow, and push/chain speed.
• Load and adjust drying schedules by species, thickness, and target moisture content.
• Respond to console alarms and deviations per SOPs and escalate as needed.
• Coordinate with boiler/energy system operator to keep heat supply stable.
• Do controlled startups, shutdowns, and schedule changeovers per SOPs.
• Track kiln charges and packages through the kiln and ensure proper labeling.
• Coordinate with yard and stacker to keep kiln fed with green lumber and match planer needs.

Conocimientos

Gauge reading

Alarm handling

Team communication

Attention to detail

Basic math

Computer control screens

Decision making during upsets

Safety awareness

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Forklift certification

Descripción del empleo

Rex Lumber, LLC. seeks a Continuous Dry Kiln Console Operator to manage kiln operations from the control console, adjusting temperatures, humidity, airflow, and push/chain speed to meet moisture targets.

You will load drying schedules by species and thickness, respond to alarms, and coordinate with the boiler/energy team to maintain heat stability, while ensuring safety and documentation.