Operator Apprentice

Blackshear Sawmill
Blackshear, GA 31516, USA

Our Operator Apprentice position is an entry level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions.

What you will do:

• Maintaining safe work areas, collecting debris and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas
• Cleaning industrial equipment and workstations
• Relieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machinery
• Showing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily
• Supporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures at all times

What you need to be successful:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum age of 18 years

• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high-volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, work in elevated workplaces and work in tight close spaces

• Ability to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures to include performing safety observations, operate equipment according to safe work procedures, and follow Zero Energy procedures

• Ability to consistently operate at maximum process capabilities

• Recognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team members

• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, a drug screen test, and physical

What will make you stand out:

• Must be willing to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision

• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends

• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of orientated strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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