Sawmill Production Team Member

Interfor; Belk (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

HSA Medical Plan

401(k) Matching

PTO & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development

Wage-advance access

Job summary

Interfor Fayette, Alabama is seeking a Sawmill Production Team Member to safely produce high-quality lumber in a manufacturing setting. This entry-level role includes on-the-job training and opportunities to grow into machine operator and other skilled positions.

Starting pay is $20.76 per hour, with potential to advance to $29.99 per hour based on skill and experience. You will join a safety-focused team dedicated to efficiency and quality in a large forest products company.

Qualifications

• Must be safety-focused with reliable attendance.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Able to work in varying weather and seasonal conditions.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily sawmill operations and production activities.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean-up in assigned areas.
• Assist with keeping lumber moving efficiently in the mill.
• Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Learn and develop skills across multiple production areas.
• Work with team members to meet production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Safety focus

Reliable attendance

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced environment

Weather adaptability

High school diploma or GED preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sawmill Production Team Member, Fayette, Alabama

At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company - we're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day.

As a Sawmill Production Team Member in Fayette, Alabama, you'll be part of a team that safely produces high-quality lumber products in a manufacturing environment. This is an entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training, making it a great fit for individuals who are safety-focused, dependable, and eager to grow their careers with a leading forest products company.

Working as part of our operations team, you'll learn various aspects of sawmill production while developing the skills needed to grow into positions such as machine operator, mobile equipment operator, and other skilled roles.

The starting rate for this position is $20.76 per hour with the potential to grow to $29.99 per hour based on skill level and experience.

What You’ll Do

• Support daily sawmill operations and production activities.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean-up in assigned work areas.
• Assist with keeping lumber moving efficiently throughout the mill.
• Follow all safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Learn and develop skills across multiple production areas.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic.
  
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to work in varying weather and seasonal conditions.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and machinery.
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

What We Offer

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
  
• HSA Medical Plan
• 401(k) Matching Plan
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
  
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Instant access to your wages ahead of payday

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promotion from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to #StartHereGoFar.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.