Production Operator - $500 Sign On Bonus (Lewiston)

Idaho Forest Group; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group is seeking a Production Operator to run machinery and process logs into lumber and wood products. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency and quality control in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Starting wage is $24.59 per hour with multiple shifts (M-F Day, M-F Swing, F-M Day). The position requires teamwork, attentiveness, and the ability to follow instructions while maintaining clean work areas and meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work varying shifts, days, and overtime.
• Capable of following instructions and communicating with supervisors and colleagues.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned.
• Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience.
• Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations.
• Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned.
• Maintain acceptable production levels.
• Duties vary by location.

Skills

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Operator is responsible for operating machinery and equipment in their department to process logs into lumber and other wood products. This role requires attention to safety, efficiency, and quality control while performing various tasks and maintaining equipment.

Starting wage is $24.59. Shifts that are available are M-F Day Shift, M-F Swing Shift, and F-M Day Shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned.
• Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience.
• Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations.
• Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned.
• Maintain acceptable production levels.
• Duties vary by location.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work various shifts, days, and overtime as needed.
• Capable of following instructions and communicating effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Must possess an attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or mill environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist – occasional
• Twist upper body – occasional
• Stoop - occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – frequent for clerical duties
• Stand/walk – occasional
• Sit – frequent
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.