Sawmill Machine Operator – Precision & Safety

ADP, Inc.; Coushatta (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K with Company Match

Paid time off

Job summary

Coushatta Forest Products is seeking several Machine Operators to join the leadership team in Coushatta, Louisiana. The role involves operating and maintaining sawmill machinery, performing setup and adjustments, and ensuring quality output while upholding safety standards.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to read technical documents, and capability to work on-site across various shifts with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating industrial machinery in a plant, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and measurement tools.
• Physical ability to handle manual tasks and operate heavy equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Monitor material flow and equipment performance; identify deviations and communicate with Lead Operator.
• Perform pre-shift equipment checks and verify guards, guards, conveyor and roll systems, and machinery configurations.
• Coordinate with adjacent operators to maintain smooth production flow.
• Adjust machines to production targets (edgers, trimmers, head rigs, sorters).
• Check lumber dimensions and inspect for defects; pull off-grade boards as needed.
• Adhere to LOTO rules and wear PPE.
• Maintain clean work area and report equipment wear.

Skills

Industrial machinery

Safety standards

Reading technical documents

Manual dexterity

Team coordination

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measurement tools

Micrometers

Overhead cranes

Job description

Coushatta Forest Products is seeking several Machine Operators to join the leadership team in Coushatta, Louisiana. The role involves operating and maintaining sawmill machinery, performing setup and adjustments, and ensuring quality output while upholding safety standards.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to read technical documents, and capability to work on-site across various shifts with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.