Sawmill Relief Machine Operator

ADP, Inc.; Atmore (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Sawmill Relief Machine Operator for our Atmore, AL facility. The role involves learning to control automated sawmill equipment to process timber into lumber, monitor machinery, maintain equipment, and perform quality control.

Training will cover operating head rigs, saws, and planing machines with a focus on safety. The operator trainee will handle machine operation, process monitoring, maintenance tasks, and adherence to safety protocols to maximize lumber recovery and

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to understand and operate complex machinery.
• Attention to detail to monitor cuts and ensure precision.
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve jams or inefficiencies.
• Good physical stamina for long periods of standing and manual work.
• Safety-conscious with commitment to following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated equipment such as head rig, saws and planing machines to cut and shape logs.
• Monitor equipment performance and lumber flow to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure correct flow and orientation of optimization systems to maximize recovery.
• Clean and oil machinery, clear jams, and perform routine maintenance.
• Follow strict safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Physical stamina

Safety consciousness

Job description

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Sawmill Relief Machine Operator

Full Time Machine Operator Atmore, AL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1053

The sawmill machine operatortrainee will learn the skills to control automated equipment in the sawmill to process timber into lumber, which involves monitoring machinery, ensuring optimal cuts, maintaining equipment, and performing quality control.Key duties include operating saws to cut logs, planing rough lumber to specific dimensions, clearing jams, performing maintenance, and following strict safety protocols to maximize lumber recovery and minimize waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation:Operate automated equipment, such as head rig, saws and planing machines, to cut, trim, and shape logs and rough lumber into finished lumber products of various sizes.
• Process Monitoring:Monitor equipment performance, lumber flow, and computer screens to ensure machinery is operating efficiently and that cuts meet specifications.
• Quality Control:Ensure the correct flow of wood, correct orientation of optimization systems, and optimal cutting to maximize recovery and minimize waste.
• Maintenance:Clean and oil machinery, clear jams from equipment and conveyors, and perform other routine tasks to keep the equipment in working order.
• Safety:Adhere to strict safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment by following established procedures.

Required Skills

• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to understand and operate complex machinery.
• Attention to Detail: To monitor cuts and ensure quality and precision in processing.
• Problem-Solving Skills: To identify and resolve issues such as equipment jams or inefficiencies.
• Physical Stamina: The job can involve a lot of standing and physical work.
• Safety Consciousness: A strong commitment to safety procedures.