Machine Operator-Freedom, NY &16.00-$24.00 per hour
Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc., Slab City, NY, United States
Overview
Job Description
For over 100 years, Gutchess Lumber has been a leading global lumber producer of premium northern hardwoods in a variety of high-end applications. We are recruiting for a new team member in our Freedom, NY location on 1st & 2nd shift. These are entry-level positions with a focus on handling lumber in a safe and efficient manner. Candidates will perform physical labor in a typical sawmill environment with exposure to some weather conditions.
Responsibilities
Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or transfer to other conveyors;
Shovel bark and chips and clean the work area, using broom and shovel. Ensure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving each day;
Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment;
Some climbing and crawling may be involved related to housekeeping.
Safety
Requires personal protective equipment to be worn;
Safety glasses;
Hearing protection;
Head protection;
Steel-toed work boots;
Other protective equipment as required.
Qualifications
18 years of age or older;
Effective written and verbal communication;
Able and willing to work long hours and weekends and requires very good attendance record;
Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team;
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs;
Job Type
Full-time
Pay
$16.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits
Health insurance
Schedule
8 hour shift
Weekends as needed
Work Location
In person
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Job Description
For over 100 years, Gutchess Lumber has been a leading global lumber producer of premium northern hardwoods in a variety of high-end applications. We are recruiting for a new team member in our Freedom, NY location on 1st & 2nd shift. These are entry-level positions with a focus on handling lumber in a safe and efficient manner. Candidates will perform physical labor in a typical sawmill environment with exposure to some weather conditions.
Responsibilities
Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or transfer to other conveyors;
Shovel bark and chips and clean the work area, using broom and shovel. Ensure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving each day;
Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment;
Some climbing and crawling may be involved related to housekeeping.
Safety
Requires personal protective equipment to be worn;
Safety glasses;
Hearing protection;
Head protection;
Steel-toed work boots;
Other protective equipment as required.
Qualifications
18 years of age or older;
Effective written and verbal communication;
Able and willing to work long hours and weekends and requires very good attendance record;
Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team;
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs;
Job Type
Full-time
Pay
$16.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits
Health insurance
Schedule
8 hour shift
Weekends as needed
Work Location
In person
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