Tratador profesional de madera y operador de hornos

NORTHERN CROSSARM COMPANY INC; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Northern Crossarm Company Inc. in Wisconsin is hiring for a production-focused role that powers our lumber treatment operations.

You will operate forklifts and treat cylinders, assist with kilns, and support a team that delivers high-quality pressure-treated products. We offer a 4-day/week shift after probation, competitive pay in the $55,000–$60,000 range, and a robust benefits package including 401(k) matching and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Lumber experience and knowledge required or trainable.
• Strong computer skills and basic software literacy.
• Good communication with internal teams and vendors.
• Problem-solving abilities to handle production issues.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and rotate roles.
• Aspiration to grow into a leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and treating cylinders (will train).
• Lift 50 lbs. regularly as part of the job.
• Rotate between kilns, treating cylinders, and stacker equipment.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Master activities to produce high-quality pressure treated lumber products.
• Process work orders and update LumberTrack inventory as needed.
• Operate pressure treating cylinder using lumber treating software.
• Load, unload and operate direct-fire kilns.
• Troubleshoot issues during the treating process.

Skills

Lumber experience

Strong computer skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Adapt to changing priorities

Leadership aspiration

Team collaboration

Tools

LumberTrack software

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Us:

Are you seeking more than just a paycheck? Do you want to work in a place that values its employees and helps them become the best versions of themselves? Northern Crossarm prides itself on being a unique employer; one that is committed to empowering its people and encouraging them to grow. We are a third-generation, family-owned company that is committed to producing high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and treating cylinders (will train).
• Lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Flexibility to rotate between different job centers (including kilns, treating cylinders, stacker equipment)
• Work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Learn and master activities necessary to produce high-quality pressure treated lumber products.
• Process work orders through various stages of production and update LumberTrack program (inventory) as necessary.
• Operate pressure treating cylinder using lumber treating software.
• Loading, unloading and operation of direct-fire Kilns.
• Trouble-shoot issues during the treating process.

Qualifications:

• Lumber experience and knowledge.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of wood treatment processes helpful but not required (we will train).
• Supervisory experience a plus - we are looking for a candidate with aspirations and ability to grow into a leadership position within the company.

Why Join Us?:

• Competitive salary: $55,000 - $60,000 earning potential in your first year!
• Weekday shift: 4-day work week (after 90-day probationary period).
• Weekend shifts (after 90-day probationary period and upon completion of training):
• 3-day work week (12-hour shifts).
• 4-day work week (10-hour shifts).
• Benefit package including:
• Paid health insurance for employees along with ReforMedicine wellness program.
• Company match 401k (after 1 year of employment).
• Paid vacation and vacation increases based on longevity with company.
• Annual bonus is typical (dependent upon performance).
• Opportunity for professional development and leadership training.
• Opportunity to participate in company’s Dream Manager Program.