Sawmill Trimmer Operator

Westervelt Lumber

Thomasville, AL

JOB OVERVIEWJOB TITLETrimmer OperatorJOB NO. / IDA56454REVISION DATE

JOB LOCATIONThomasville, ALGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Trimmer Operator will feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.DIVISION / DEPARTMENTProduction

SUBDIVISIONSawmillREPORTS TO

TITLESawmill SupervisorPOSITION DETAILSFULL-TIME40HOURS PER WEEK

NONEXEMPTDETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.

• Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
• Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
• Perform size checks when needed.
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
• Perform pre-shift inspections to ensure quality production.
• Must be attentive to ensure cross ups do not occur.WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS• Willing to work any shift including weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed.
• Commitment to safety.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to change.
• Ability to adhere to all safety policies and regulations including wearing safety equipment.
• Ability to work in noisy enviroment.PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures.
• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS• High School Diploma or GED required.ADDITIONAL COMMENTSPreferred Experience:
• Driving and operating a mobile equipment such as front end loader, skid steer or forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience working in lumber or wood products industry and/or manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment.
• Sawmill experience preferred.We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer