Operator Apprentice - Start Safe, Grow Into Skilled Pro

West Fraser; McDavid (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

On-the-job training

401K with company match

Job summary

West Fraser is hiring an Operator Apprentice in a hands-on entry level role. You will help maintain clean and safe work areas, operate light and heavy machinery, and support a culture of safety. The position offers on-the-job training and potential advancement within the company.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and are willing to work outdoors in all temperatures, with shifts that include weekends and holidays. Pre-employment checks are required.

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, high-volume environments performing physical tasks.
• Ability to perform essential functions including walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform 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 contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen, 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

Safety awareness

Team communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

West Fraser is hiring an Operator Apprentice in a hands-on entry level role. You will help maintain clean and safe work areas, operate light and heavy machinery, and support a culture of safety. The position offers on-the-job training and potential advancement within the company.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and are willing to work outdoors in all temperatures, with shifts that include weekends and holidays. Pre-employment checks are required.