Mill Associate

Job Description/Responsibilities:

Mill Associates are responsible for the sorting, cutting and processing of raw materials into lumber and timber products of various sizes. Mill workers oversee the unloading and stacking of materials at mill. Equipment maintenance, inventory management, quality control and safety. Assisting warehouse and loading trucks when needed.

• Operates forklift truck during the loading and unloading of lumber material
• Utilize cutting tools and equipment such as power saw and circular saw
• Entails overseeing the sorting arrangement of lumber according to size
• Guide lumber through mill equipment, and planning mill for fine finishing and processing.
• Take inventory and maintain accurate record of material, process orders
• Maximize production time and finish product yield
• Performs quality control on finished products
• Maintains PPE and safety equipment
• Ability to calculate tallies ( understand difference between LF & BF )
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during work operations
• Physical strength, dexterity and stamina
• Manages routine maintenance and necessary repairs on equipment
• Assures that stock is handled properly and rotated to minimize waste and damage.
• Forklift Certification required
• Works with inside and outside sales staff as needed to provide sales support and/or information

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School diploma
• Some experience in warehouse operations, distribution, etc. in building materials or related product areas

Additional Information:

• Employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, cancer, life, 401k, EAP, FSA, LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full time employment

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Warehouse Operations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person