Production Operator/Henderson

Between $26k and $35k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Rusk County $26k•$35k Per Year Production Operator/Henderson West Fraser Wood Products

Occupation:

Helpers•Production Workers

Location:

Henderson, TX•75652 Positions available: 1 Job #: 17005772

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/23/2026

Updated:

04/26/2026

Expires:

05/23/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 6 Month(s) Age 18 and up Language English Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . West Fraser's Henderson sawmill is hiring for an entry-level general labor role. The Operator Apprentice position is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions. The successful applicant will be allowed an appropriate amount of time to train for this job andmust be willing to cross-train within any department.

What you will do:

Must be willing to perform entry level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc. Must be willing to stack various lengths of lumber May be assigned tasks indoors and outdoors, no matter the weather conditions Monitor lumber movement Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups Clear jammed lumber as necessary Assist others as necessary Perform quality checks Perform safety observations Follow all Safe Work Procedures Follow all Zero Energy State procedures Utilize downtime or slow time to enhance the appearance and productivity of the department Perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision Operate necessary equipment according to procedures Monitor assigned area and related area visually and via monitor screen. Remove/straighten out cross-ups using pike pole or picaroon Inspection of equipment Servicing and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary) Preventative maintenance Assist maintenance with servicing of equipment Cleaning of the equipment Documentation and reporting of results Daily greasing of necessary equipment and/or related equipment What you need to be successful: High School Diploma or GED Minimum age of 18 years Excellent safety record Follow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety program Follow all electrical safety standards Willing to work any shift Good written and oral communication skills Good interpersonal skills Excellent attendance record Demonstrable mechanical aptitude Basic maintenance skills Capability to troubleshoot issues and diagnose problems within the department and/or related equipment. Able to maintain or assist with maintaining the assigned area and/or related equipment. Capability to perform preventative maintenance on your assigned machine Able to climb ladders and work in elevated workplaces Capable of working in tight close spaces Ability to make quality control checks and adjustments at the assigned area and/or other related equipment. Ability to keep the department clean and meet housekeeping standards. Willingness and ability to learn and use some basic computer-related operating skills Willing to train others within the department and/or related equipment Willing to cross-train on other equipment What will make you stand out: Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment