Lumber Mill Production Technician

Hood Distribution; Bogalusa (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

EAP

Job summary

Hood Lumber in Bogalusa, LA is hiring entry-level production associates to support our lumber mill operations. The role focuses on cleaning designated areas, ensuring safe and efficient machinery operation, and contributing to a safe workplace.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading materials, monitoring machines, cross-training on equipment, and performing daily cleanup while adhering to safety rules and PPE requirements. Overtime and night shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and responsibly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to working safely and following safety rules/procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Cross-train on production equipment.
• Load or unload materials and products from machines.
• Monitor machines to ensure continued movement of lumber and materials throughout the mill.
• Perform cleanup activities throughout the mill.
• Use an assortment of hand tools to complete daily clean-up duties such as air hoses, shovels, brooms, blower, wheel barrel, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Hood Lumber in Bogalusa, LA is hiring entry-level production associates to support our lumber mill operations. The role focuses on cleaning designated areas, ensuring safe and efficient machinery operation, and contributing to a safe workplace.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading materials, monitoring machines, cross-training on equipment, and performing daily cleanup while adhering to safety rules and PPE requirements. Overtime and night shifts may be required.