Production Trainee

Production Trainee

Weyerhaeuser Company is currently recruiting for an Entry Level Sawmill Production Trainee Associate with potential to grow into an Operator Position for our lumber manufacturing facility located in Holden, LA. This operational role is key in safely ensuring the effective and efficient finishing of processed boards, resulting in the quality lumber that will be shipped to our customers.

We Offer:

• Competitive wage which starts at $20.11 hr, with potential to earn more as skills develop
• Second Shift - 5:00pm to 3:00am
• Continuing education/training opportunities
• Very competitive health benefits, which include medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus (external candidates only)

Key Functions:

• Safely and effectively perform tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Safely and effectively maintain housekeeping that will include cleaning debris from equipment, shoveling sawdust and any other housekeeping duties assigned.
• Safely and effectively operates machine centers as assigned in the sawmill and planer mill at production levels.
• Monitors flow of material to and from the machine center and makes adjustments as necessary to ensure production quality and quantity standards are met.
• Coordinates the flow of production and helps where needed.
• May support maintenance team members with troubleshooting and repairs as necessary.
• Identifies and helps resolve other production flow problems.
• Assists in maintaining housekeeping standards
• May flow to work at machine centers where qualified to do so

Qualifications:

• Able to work safely and follow all company policies and procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Good decision-making skills
• Able to conduct visual equipment inspections and support maintenance in troubleshooting/repairs
• Able to perform basic calculations
• Ability to operate machinery
• Successful completion of assessment process, background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Able to work any shift, weekends, overtime, holidays as needed
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment
• Able to perform all essential job functions, which includes changing saws/knives, lifting 2-20 pounds regularly, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, climb steps and ladders, and standing or walking for 2-3 hours at a time for 10 to 12 hours.
• Resume detailing education and work history required