Operator Apprentice: On-the-Job Training & Growth

West Fraser; Norristown (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

On-the-job training

Promoting from within

Medical

Dental

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser in the United States seeks an Operator Apprentice to start a career in manufacturing. This entry-level role focuses on safety, basic operation of light and heavy machinery, and learning through on-the-job training.

You will support production by maintaining clean work areas, following mill safety policies, and rotating shifts. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a willingness to learn and grow within the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures
• Recognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team members
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends
• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical

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

Team player

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Adaptability

Willing to learn

Enthusiastic

Dedicated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

West Fraser in the United States seeks an Operator Apprentice to start a career in manufacturing. This entry-level role focuses on safety, basic operation of light and heavy machinery, and learning through on-the-job training.

You will support production by maintaining clean work areas, following mill safety policies, and rotating shifts. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a willingness to learn and grow within the company.