Sawmill Trimmer Operator

Westervelt Lumber
Thomasville, AL

JOB OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE

Trimmer Operator

JOB NO. / ID

A56454

REVISION DATE

JOB LOCATION

Thomasville, AL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Trimmer Operator will feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

Production

SUBDIVISION

Sawmill

REPORTS TO
TITLE

Sawmill Supervisor

POSITION DETAILS

FULL-TIME

40

HOURS PER WEEK

NONEXEMPT

DETAILED 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 COMMENTS

Preferred 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