Lumber Yard Cutter & Forklift Operator

Parr Lumber Company; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time 2 weeks

7 holidays

Medical plan with low deductible

Dental and Vision

Footwear subsidy

401(k) match and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Parr Lumber Company in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Lumber Sawyer to assist the Lead Sawyer in creating optimized cut packages and preparing loads for delivery. The role reports to the Lumber Lead Sawyer and General Manager, and is essential to yard operations.

The position requires English proficiency, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds. OSHA forklift certification is preferred. The work is outdoors, with rotating days, Mon-Sat.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to speak, write, and read English.
• OSHA forklift license preferred.
• Knowledge of receiving/inventory control principles.
• Knowledge of dimension lumber and building materials.
• Ability to read and interpret picking tickets and invoices.
• Puncture- and slip-resistant shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain yard and area cleanliness.
• Perform daily safety audits of saws and report malfunctions.
• Load lumber with forklift and by hand.
• Cut lumber to specified dimensions.
• Sort material and prepare packs by wall number.
• Prepare optimization loads for delivery.
• Contribute to quality control for layouts and printing on components.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA forklift license

Job description

Parr Lumber Company in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Lumber Sawyer to assist the Lead Sawyer in creating optimized cut packages and preparing loads for delivery. The role reports to the Lumber Lead Sawyer and General Manager, and is essential to yard operations.

The position requires English proficiency, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds. OSHA forklift certification is preferred. The work is outdoors, with rotating days, Mon-Sat.