We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sawmill Trimmer Operator to join our team.
Duties
- Examine rough lumber to determine size, condition, quality and other characteristics to decide best lumber cuts to carry out
- Use automated equipment to convey rough wood and determine the most productive and profitable cutting patterns
- Operate trimmer equipment from control station to saw rough lumber
- Saw and trim rough lumber into dimensional lumber of various sizes
- Start conveyor system to move lumber to and from saws
- Set up and adjust saw equipment and replace blades or bands using wrenches, gauges and other hand tools
- Operate equipment to sort and stack lumber by length and thickness, move stacks to storage areas or drying kilns
- Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment
- Performs all other related duties in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal operation
- Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced manufacturing workplace to meet production goals
- Follow detailed instructions from supervisors regarding quality standards and safety procedures
Qualifications
- 2 years' experience is preferred and considered an asset
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver's license and vehicle to get to work is required
- Work under minimal supervision
- Must be a team-player; team building and creating new worker/client relations
- Proficiency in mill equipment diagnosis and repair considered an asset
- Must be able to work safely while operating mill equipment and follow safety guidelines at all times
Physical demands
- Standing
- Handling material manually
- Making repetitive motions
- Bending or twisting the body
- Heavy lifting - up to 50 lbs