Planer Mill Operator: Growth Path & Safe Shifts

Compass Business Solutions Inc; Plain Dealing (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Plain Dealing Lumber in Plain Dealing, LA is hiring a Planer Mill Machine Operator to run and monitor equipment that processes lumber to specified dimensions and grades. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a fast-paced operation.

Hourly rate is $18.50 with 1st and 2nd shift options. Candidates must be able to work in a high-noise, high-dust environment and follow lockout/tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with ability to identify lumber quality defects and maintain safe work practices around moving production equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including run sheets, shift logs, safety procedures, and basic lumber specifications.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices in a noisy, dust-filled manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned planer mill equipment, including planer, trimmer, edger, and stacker, per procedures.
• Feed and stage lumber to maintain smooth production flow and prevent jams.
• Monitor quality, report defects, and remove non-conforming product.
• Complete pre-shift inspections to ensure guards and conveyors are safe.
• Maintain accurate production counts, shift logs, and quality information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Safety mindset

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Planer mill equipment

Job description

Plain Dealing Lumber in Plain Dealing, LA is hiring a Planer Mill Machine Operator to run and monitor equipment that processes lumber to specified dimensions and grades. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a fast-paced operation.

Hourly rate is $18.50 with 1st and 2nd shift options. Candidates must be able to work in a high-noise, high-dust environment and follow lockout/tagout procedures.