Sawmill Relief Operator

The Westervelt Company; Thomasville (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westervelt Company in Thomasville, AL is seeking a Relief Operator I for the sawmill to cover breaks and vacations. The role learns multiple operator functions, conducts daily quality checks, and maintains safe operations. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with readiness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime.

Willingness to learn various mill operator roles and to collaborate with a team is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn multiple operator functions in the sawmill.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and environments.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine cleanup and inspections of equipment in mill.
• Know the sizes of rough and finished lumber.
• Learn multiple operator functions to provide relief for breaks and vacations.
• Perform daily quality checks.
• Maintain safe operations by following safety procedures and using safety equipment.
• Be willing to learn various operator jobs within the mill.

Skills

Safety commitment

Teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Front end loader

Skid steer

Forklift

Job description

Sawmill Relief Operator

Regular Full-Time Westervelt Lumber Thomasville, Thomasville, AL, US

JOB OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE Relief Operator I

JOB NO. / ID REVISION DATE 12/10/2024

JOB LOCATION Thomasville, AL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Relief Operator will learn multiple operator functions within the sawmill to provide relief for breaks and vacations.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT Production

SUBDIVISION Planer Mill and Sawmill REPORTS TO TITLE Planer Mill Supervisor; Sawmill Supervisor

POSITION DETAILS

FULL-TIME 40 HOURS PER WEEK

NONEXEMPT

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Complete routine cleanup and inspections of equipment in mill.
• Know the sizes of rough and finished lumber.
• Required to learn multiple operator functions within the sawmill to provide relief for breaks and vacations.
• Perform daily quality checks.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations and utilizing safety equipment.
• Must be willing to learn various operator jobs within the mill.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work any shift including weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed.
• Commitment to safety.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to change.
• Ability to adhere to all safety policies and regulations including wearing safety equipment.
• Ability to work in noisy envirnoment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures.
• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS Preferred Experience:

• Driving and operating a mobile equipment such as front end loader, skid steer or forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience working in lumber or wood products industry and/or manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment.
• Sawmill experience preferred.