Log Lift Operator 1

NWH; Mill Creek (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation/holidays

Company 401(k)

Job summary

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. is seeking a full-time Log Lift Operator at our Mill Creek, West Virginia facility to support sawmill operations. The role involves safely operating the log lift to unload trucks, move logs, and feed them to the sawline, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have forklift experience, a strong work ethic, good communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. We offer competitive wages and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift.
• Safety-conscious with ability to follow protocols.
• Strong work ethic and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with reliable attendance and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety protocols and policies are followed.
• Unload incoming log trucks using the log lift and feed logs to the sawmill.
• Sort and stack logs by species for processing; organize yard layout.
• Perform daily equipment checks and basic maintenance to keep gear ready.
• Coordinate with truck drivers and log yard team for smooth operations.
• Identify and correct quality issues in log placement and handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Team player

Excellent attendance

Communication

Job description

Northwest Hardwoods Overview

WH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries, offering 14+ hardwood species from the major U.S. growing regions, as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber. The company operates over more than 20 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country, including sawmills, concentration yards, and distribution centers, utilizing innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for its customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.

Description

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc.

Mill Creek - West Virginia

Northwest Hardwoods Overview

WH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries, offering 14+ hardwood species from the major U.S. growing regions, as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber. The company operates over more than 20 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country, including sawmills, concentration yards, and distribution centers, utilizing innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for its customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.

We operate manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. We have an immediate opening, seeking full-time Log Lift Operator at our facility in Mill Creek, West Virginia. This is a great opportunity that can provide exciting growth within the organization.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Ensures safety protocol and policies are adhered to - safety-minded
• Material Handling: Safely operate Log Lift to unload incoming log trucks, move logs, and feed them to the sawmill's log deck.
• Sorting & Stacking: Identify log species and organize them for efficient processing; stack logs in the yard.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform daily checks, keep equipment clean, and conduct minor maintenance.
• Safety & Coordination: Adhere to strict safety rules, communicate with truck drivers, and work with the log yard team.
• Quality Control: Identify and correct quality issues in log placement and handling

Basic Qualifications

• Safety-conscious attitude and experience.
• Must possess skills, knowledge, and experience to operate a forklift
• Strong work ethic with the ability to be flexible in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Must work well as a team member.
• Highly organized and proven communication skills.
• Must have excellent attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience and or forklift safety certification
• 3 to 5 years' experience operating larger lift Trucks
• Forklift certification is preferred

Travel:

None

Additional Information

• Northwest Hardwoods provides competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision health care coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and company matching 401(k) retirement plan.

Candidates Who Meet These Qualifications Will Be Considered Further.

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.