Machine Operator Latrobe, PA

Pay:$15.50 - $18.00 per hour

Job description:

This role is for people who don’t just work hard — they
set the tone
for the crew.

If you take initiative, hold yourself accountable, and look out for the people around you, this position may be for you. We are hiring
General Laborers
with the mindset to grow into
lead operators and supervisors
by learning the operation from the ground up.

The Work Environment

This is a
non-climate-controlled, physical, fast-paced
lumber yard. Leadership here isn’t about a title — it’s about
how you work, how you communicate, and how you influence others on the floor
.

Leadership Qualities We Expect

You don’t need prior leadership experience — but you do need to show leadership behaviors every day:

• Ownership:You take responsibility for your work, mistakes, and results
• Reliability:You show up on time, ready to work, and others can count on you
• Work Ethic:You lead by example and don’t cut corners
• Safety Leadership:You follow PPE rules and speak up when something isn’t safe
• Team Awareness:You help teammates without being asked
• Communication:You ask questions, give clear information, and listen
• Coachability:You accept feedback and apply it

What You’ll Be Doing

• Stacking kiln-dried hardwood using safe, efficient techniques
• Straightening lumber on conveyors for grading, trimming, and sorting
• Watching quality and correcting issues before they become problems
• Keeping your area clean, organized, and inspection-ready
• Learning equipment operation with the goal of training others
• Performing basic preventative maintenance
• Completing occasional climbing or crawling during housekeeping tasks

Safety Is a Leadership Responsibility

We expect leaders at every level to protect themselves and their coworkers. Required PPE includes:

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Head protection
• Steel-toed boots
• Additional protective equipment as required

Who This Role Is For

• Dependable, accountable, and team-driven individuals
• Comfortable with physical labor, lifting
  50 lbs or more
• Able to read a tape measure accurately
• Lumber, manufacturing, or farming experience is a plus
• At least
  18 years old
  and motivated to grow

Why Leadership Matters Here

The people who stand out in this role are the ones who
solve problems, raise standards, and help others succeed
. Those individuals become the next
lead hands, trainers, and supervisors
. If you want to earn respect through effort and attitude — not just tenure — this is your starting point.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance