Sawmill Relief Operator – Cross-Train & Safety Focus

Jobvite, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flex spending account

Job summary

Hood Industries, Inc. seeks a Relief Operator for our Waynesboro, MS sawmill. You will learn and operate multiple equipment types, supporting production and ensuring safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to work nights and weekends, and communicate effectively. Prior sawmill or industrial experience is preferred, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules and policies.
• Experience in sawmill, manufacturing, or industrial environment preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cross-train on production and mobile equipment to cover vacations and absences.
• Promote a safe work environment by following policies and procedures.
• Learn and perform multiple operator functions within the sawmill.
• Apply work processes to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain communication with other departments and management about issues.
• Keep a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
• Know sawmill machinery such as Sorter, Trimmer, Edger, Curve Saw, Debarker, Stacker, Head Rig.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety rules adherence

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Sorter

Trimmer

Edger

Curve Saw

Debarker

Stacker

Head Rig

Job description

Hood Industries, Inc. seeks a Relief Operator for our Waynesboro, MS sawmill. You will learn and operate multiple equipment types, supporting production and ensuring safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to work nights and weekends, and communicate effectively. Prior sawmill or industrial experience is preferred, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.