Sawmill Machine Center Operator - Entry Level

Gutchess Lumber; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Gutchess Lumber in Freedom, NY is seeking entry-level Machine Center Operators for 1st and 2nd shifts to handle lumber safely and efficiently in a sawmill environment.

Responsibilities include straightening lumber on conveyors, cleaning work areas, and learning to operate multiple machines with scheduled maintenance. Candidates must be 18+, capable of lifting 50+ lbs, and willing to work long hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Able and willing to work long hours and weekends and requires very good attendance record.
• Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or for transfer to other conveyors.
• Shovel bark and chips and cleans work area, using broom and shovel. Make sure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving every day.
• Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment.
• Some climbing and crawling may be involved associated with housekeeping.

Skills

Attendance/ punctuality

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Communication (written and verbal)

Safety awareness

Job description

Gutchess Lumber in Freedom, NY is seeking entry-level Machine Center Operators for 1st and 2nd shifts to handle lumber safely and efficiently in a sawmill environment.

Responsibilities include straightening lumber on conveyors, cleaning work areas, and learning to operate multiple machines with scheduled maintenance. Candidates must be 18+, capable of lifting 50+ lbs, and willing to work long hours including weekends.