Planer Technician

Planer Technician, Molalla, Oregon

Interfor is seeking an experienced, dependable and safety focused team player to join our company as a Planer Technician in Molalla
. Starting rate for this position is $38.84-$46.21 per hour based on skill level and experience. Reporting to the Planer Supervisor, this self-motivated and results-oriented individual will work within a team environment to provide quality service to the production group and complete preventative maintenance and improvements for the planer mill.

• Planer machine set up based on dimensional run schedule.
• Identify and troubleshoot planer machine defects and lumber issues.
• Sharpen knives and set up spare heads.
• Planer room preventative maintenance.
• Identify and repair failing equipment.
• Feed planer during breaks/lunches.
• Must adhere to all safety policies and standards.
• Perform any other duties requested by Supervisor in order to keep area in operation.
• Clean up after each job.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).

• The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in an automated lumber manufacturing environment working as a Planer Technician with strong mechanical experience, preferably with Coastal planers.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner, individually and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance repairs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and correct planer defects and lumber issues.
• Ability to follow instructions and work without constant supervision.
• Must be a team player and able to work with people in an intelligent and professional manner.
• This position requires someone who is a self-starter. There is always something to be done without necessarily being told to do so.

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
• HSA Medical Plan with Employer Match
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Hospital & Critical)
• 401(k) Matching Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities

Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a background check. As a federal contractor, all applicants offered a position must successfully pass a preemployment drug test including the testing for cannabis.