Sawmill Operator Apprentice - Entry-Level Training & Growth

West Fraser; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

On-the-job training

Promoting from within

401K with company match and additional

Job summary

West Fraser's Henderson sawmill in Henderson, TX is hiring for an entry-level Operator Apprentice. The role offers on-the-job training and opportunities to advance into more skilled positions.

You will train across departments and perform duties ranging from housekeeping to lumber handling in various weather conditions. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, maintain an excellent safety record, and demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Excellent safety record.
• Follow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety program.
• Follow all electrical safety standards.
• Willing to work any shift.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude.
• Basic maintenance skills.
• Capability to troubleshoot issues and diagnose problems within the department and/or related equipment.
• Able to maintain or assist with maintaining the assigned area and/or related equipment.
• Capability to perform preventative maintenance on your assigned machine.
• Able to climb ladders and work in elevated workplaces.
• Capable of working in tight close spaces.
• Ability to make quality control checks and adjustments at the assigned area and/or other related equipment.
• Ability to keep the department clean and meet housekeeping standards.
• Willingness and ability to learn and use some basic computer-related operating skills.
• Willing to train others within the department and/or related equipment.
• Willing to cross-train on other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Must be willing to perform entry level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc.
• Must be willing to stack various lengths of lumber
• May be assigned tasks indoors and outdoors, no matter the weather conditions
• Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups
• Clear jammed lumber as necessary
• Assist others as necessary
• Perform quality checks
• Perform safety observations
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures
• Follow all Zero Energy State procedures
• Utilize downtime or slow time to enhance the appearance and productivity of the department
• Perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Operate necessary equipment according to procedures
• Monitor assigned area and related area visually and via monitor screen.
• Remove/straighten out cross-ups using pike pole or picaroon
• Inspection of equipment
• Servicing and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
• Preventative maintenance
• Assist maintenance with servicing of equipment
• Cleaning of the equipment
• Documentation and reporting of results
• Daily greasing of necessary equipment and/or related equipment

Skills

Safety

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Maintenance basics

Team training

Cross-training

Climb ladders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High School or better in General Studies

Job description

West Fraser's Henderson sawmill in Henderson, TX is hiring for an entry-level Operator Apprentice. The role offers on-the-job training and opportunities to advance into more skilled positions.

You will train across departments and perform duties ranging from housekeeping to lumber handling in various weather conditions. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, maintain an excellent safety record, and demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude.