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The Westervelt Company, Inc.

Sawmill Relief Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Thomasville, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 17 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Saw Operator operates and maintains a machine saw (such as an adjustable circular saw) to perform such operations as ripsawing, cross cutting, beveling, grooving, and mitering. Maybe responsible for tool set-up for different types of cut or for different material to be cut.

$36,770 / year median in Alabama

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Westervelt Lumber Thomasville, AL

JOB OVERVIEW JOB TITLE

Relief Operator

I JOB NO. / ID REVISION DATE 12/10/2024 JOB LOCATION

Thomasville, AL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Relief Operator will learn multiple operator functions within the sawmill to provide relief for breaks and vacations.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

Production

SUBDIVISION

Planer Mill and Sawmill

REPORTS TO TITLE

Planer Mill Supervisor; Sawmill Supervisor

POSITION DETAILS FULL-TIME 40 HOURS PER WEEK NONEXEMPT DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Complete routine cleanup and inspections of equipment in mill. Know the sizes of rough and finished lumber. Required to learn multiple operator functions within the sawmill to provide relief for breaks and vacations. Perform daily quality checks. Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations and utilizing safety equipment. Must be willing to learn various operator jobs within the mill.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Willing to work any shift including weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed. Commitment to safety. Excellent attendance record. Good communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to learn and adapt to change. Ability to adhere to all safety policies and regulations including wearing safety equipment. Ability to work in noisy envirnoment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift at least 40 pounds. Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures. Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for extended periods of time. Able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

Preferred Experience:

Driving and operating a mobile equipment such as front end loader, skid steer or forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment. Basic computer skills. Experience working in lumber or wood products industry and/or manufacturing. Experience troubleshooting equipment. Sawmill experience preferred. We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer