Production Associate

Join Our Team at Weyerhaeuser At Weyerhaeuser, our most valuable resource isn’t just the timberlands we manage—it’s the people who make our success possible. For more than a century, their skill, dedication, and innovation have positioned us as a global leader in sustainable timberland management and wood products manufacturing. Now, we’re inviting motivated individuals to join our high‑performing team at our Dodson Lumber Mill. Why You’ll Love Working Here Safety First Culture – We prioritize your well‑being every day. Competitive Pay – Starting at $19.00 per hour. Career Growth – Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance. Outstanding Benefits – Full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Retirement – 401(k) plan with company match and 5% annual contribution. Shift – Schedules vary by department. Typical sawmill schedule is two 10‑12 hour shifts, 4‑5 days a week. Typical planer schedule is two 10‑12 hour shifts, 5‑6 days a week. Day shift starts at 6:00 am; night shift at 6:00 pm. Majority of open positions are night shift. Night shift differential pays an additional $1.00 per hour. The Production Associate position is to complete clean‑up activities throughout the mill, both inside and out. The role requires using a broom, shovel, rake, air hose, wheelbarrow; driving tractors, forklifts, and a bobcat; operating mobile equipment to empty trash barrels, pick up heavy debris, and scoop debris in the log yard. The mill has varied walking surfaces including catwalks, concrete, gravel, dirt and mud. Majority of the sawmill is located on the second floor, requiring work at heights and wearing a harness to clean up machinery. Key Functions Commitment to working safely and following all safety rules and regulations. Clean‑up activities throughout the mill, both inside and out. Cross‑train in production roles and be able to fill in when short‑handed on days or nights. Feed or place items onto equipment for processing and load/unload items from machines. Able to interpret work instructions and complete tasks as delegated. Willingness and ability to work all shifts and wear all required personal protective equipment. Actively participate in the team‑based work environment with a positive attitude, good communication skills, and respectable work ethic. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Minimum of 6 months employment experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment OR equivalent technical training. Able to work safely around moving manufacturing equipment and machinery. Able to work overtime, holidays, as well as night shift and weekends. Able to work in extreme temperatures, dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety protective equipment. Able to perform labor intensive work and essential job functions of the position, which may include climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, working from heights, and standing or walking for 2–3 hours at a time for 10 hours. Able to complete forklift training. Resume detailing education and work history is required for consideration. Job Details Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction. Primary Location: USA-LA-Dodson. Schedule: Full‑time. Job Level: Entry Level. Job Type: Experienced. Shift: Day (1st). Weyerhaeuser is an equal‑opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Weyerhaeuser