Planer Operator

Summary

This position will be responsible for running boards through planer machines that surface boards to desired dimensions and inspecting wood products during the process and through completion. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a full benefits package.

Essential Duties:

Observes all safety requirements, including Personal Protective Equipment.

Daily set-up and operation of the Planer to include changing and jointing of knives, operation of computer-driven production systems, basic troubleshooting and equipment repair, and quality inspections

Daily performance of preventative maintenance on planer equipment and identifying potential mechanical issues, keeping equipment in condition to effectively meet goals

Inspects wood products during machining and upon completion.

Maintains equipment and work area cleanly and safely.

Recommends changes to improve processes and procedures, improving quality and productivity.

Trains and assist other employees.

Collects production data as required and inspects own work.

Identify opportunities for process, quality, and safety improvements. Communicate improvement opportunities to mill staff with an action plan for improvements

Support mill quality expectations and demonstrate an understanding of the impacts of quality on mill productivity

Demonstrate understanding of Planer operations, including proper production levels, operating envelope, safety, and basic care.

Communicate effectively with employees at various levels in the organization, including production, maintenance, supervisory and corporate staff, to report any issues that impact safety, quality, or production

Ensure proper disposal of waste materials on completion of job operations.

Sort and arrange lumber, timbers, and finished goods according to sizes and grades to allow for easy identification.

Education and/or Experience:

Prior experience is preferred.

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE PAY AND A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid vacation and holidays

· 401(k) with company match

· Profit sharing

· Flexible spending accounts

· Dependent scholarship program