Sawmill General Labor & Machine Operator

John A Biewer Co Inc; McBain (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Biewer Sawmill, Inc. in McBain, MI, is seeking a full-time General Labor/Machine Operator to join our 2nd shift team. This role offers opportunities to train across sawmill and planer processes while supporting a cooperative, safety-focused work environment.

You will perform various duties to keep production flowing, learn machine operation, and ensure quality lumber output. We value teamwork and reliability on a busy production floor.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively and professionally with coworkers.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math skills for measurements.

Responsibilities

• Gain fundamental knowledge of machines to advance to machine operator.
• Sort, stack, band, and stage lumber by grade and size.
• Remove scrap and debris from production areas.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and monitor material flow.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure compliance with quality control standards.
• Support other departments as needed.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Biewer Sawmill, Inc. in McBain, MI, is seeking a full-time General Labor/Machine Operator to join our 2nd shift team. This role offers opportunities to train across sawmill and planer processes while supporting a cooperative, safety-focused work environment.

You will perform various duties to keep production flowing, learn machine operation, and ensure quality lumber output. We value teamwork and reliability on a busy production floor.