Night Shift - Ga - Planer Operator

Position: NIGHT SHIFT - GA - PLANER OPERATOR
# NIGHT SHIFT - GA - PLANER OPERATOR Hot Job BEASLEY FOREST PRODUCTS MAIN - HAZLEHURST, GA 31539## Overview Level Entry Position  Type Full Time Job Shift Night Shift Education Level Not Specified

Travel Percentage Negligible Category Entry  Level## Description
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* Job Description:

Planer Operator
** Supervisor:
Joe Robertson Department:
Dry Sorter

Location:

Beasley Forest Products
** Planer Operator
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* Location:

** Hazlehurst  
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* Employment Type:

** Full-Time Beasley Forest Products is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Planer Operator for our Dry Sorter Department in Hazlehurst, Georgia. This position is responsible for operating planer equipment and supporting the sorting, grading, and movement of lumber products throughout the production process. The ideal candidate will work efficiently in a fast-paced sawmill environment while maintaining quality standards and safe operating procedures.

As one of the largest hardwood sawmills in the United States, Beasley Forest Products produces a wide variety of hardwood lumber, mats, crossties, and industrial wood products for domestic and international markets.
** Essential

Duties & Responsibilities
*** Operate planer and dry sorter equipment safely and efficiently
* Inspect lumber for quality, size, grade, and defects
* Maintain consistent material flow through the planer line
* Stack, sort, band, and organize lumber according to production specifications
* Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical issues promptly
* Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on machinery
* Assist with changeovers, setup adjustments, and production support tasks
* Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and OSHA standards
* Maintain a clean and organized work area
* Crosstrain in other departmental positions as needed
* Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to meet production goals## Qualifications
** Qualifications
* ** Previous sawmill, planer mill, manufacturing, or industrial experience preferred
* Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
* Ability to stand for extended periods and lift to 50 pounds
* Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
* Ability to read measurements and perform basic math calculations
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
* Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment
* Willingness to work weekends and holidays as well as overtime as needed
** Benefits
* ** Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
* 401(k) with Company Match
* Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
* Career Advancement Opportunities
* Stable Employment in a Growing Industry
* Safety-Focused Work Environment
** About Beasley Forest Products
** Beasley Forest Products is a leading producer of hardwood forest products, including grade lumber, crane mats, railroad ties, pallet products, and industrial lumber. Operating from Hazlehurst, Georgia, the company serves customers throughout the United States and international markets with a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable forestry practices
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