Operator Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Growth Path

West Fraser; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

401K with company match

On-the-job training

Promotions from within

Job summary

West Fraser is hiring for an entry-level manufacturing associate. The role includes maintaining safe work areas, cleaning equipment, and operating light and heavy machinery on a rotating schedule.

You will help support daily production tasks and adapt to varying assignments throughout shifts. The position offers on-the-job training, a strong safety culture, and opportunities for growth within a large North American wood-products company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of six months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Must follow safety policies and procedures.
• Willingness to rotate shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Background check, drug screen, and physical required.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining safe work areas, collecting debris, and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas
• Cleaning industrial equipment and workstations
• Relieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machinery
• Showing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily
• Supporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures at all times

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Physical stamina

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

West Fraser is hiring for an entry-level manufacturing associate. The role includes maintaining safe work areas, cleaning equipment, and operating light and heavy machinery on a rotating schedule.

You will help support daily production tasks and adapt to varying assignments throughout shifts. The position offers on-the-job training, a strong safety culture, and opportunities for growth within a large North American wood-products company.