Mill Production Operators Urgently hiring in Eugene!Job Title: Mill Production Operators
Pay: $26.21$26.95 per hour
Hours: Swing Shift Monday-Friday, 2:00PM-12:30AM
Start Date: ASAP
Looking for a rewarding career opportunity in the lumber industry? Join a well-established lumber mill in Eugene, Oregon, and become part of a hardworking production team supporting the processing, packaging, and movement of high-quality lumber. We are currently hiring for multiple positions on the swing shift, with opportunities available in banding, paper wrapping, forklift operation, and lumber tallying.
Available Positions
Bander Operator: 1 opening $26.21/hour
Paper Wrap: 2 openings $26.21/hour
Forklift Driver: 1 opening $26.95/hour
Tally Person: 1 opening $26.85/hour
What You'll Do
Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:
- Inspect lumber units for quality, sorting, and packaging concerns
- Prepare and finish lumber units according to company standards
- Bump loads to ensure units are square and properly aligned
- Apply end seal and trim long ends using a chainsaw according to safety procedures
- Verify tags, stencil units, and complete required paperwork
- Prepare lumber units for wrapping according to customer and company requirements
- Remove stickers, tags, or other materials as needed
- Inspect units for product, packaging, or safety concerns
- Safely install and secure paper wrap around lumber units
- Staple and properly position paper wrap for final packaging
- Safely operate a forklift in a busy lumber mill environment
- Transport, stack, and stage lumber throughout production, storage, and shipping areas
- Keep the resaw and other production areas supplied with material
- Move units from the green chain and other production areas
- Load trucks and other transportation equipment when trained and authorized
- Accurately tally lumber and finished products
- Maintain production, inventory, and shipping records
- Track customer orders and communicate when quantities are complete
- Identify shortages, discrepancies, or other order concerns
- Verify lumber size, grade, markings, tags, packaging, and banding
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous sawmill, lumber, manufacturing, warehouse, or related experience preferred; previous sawmill or wood-products experience is required for some positions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers
- Ability to perform physical work, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive movements
- Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Basic math and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Willingness to work overtime, alternate shifts, or provide off-shift coverage when needed
Why Join Us in Eugene?- Competitive pay of $26.21$26.95/hour, depending on position
- Stable work in the lumber and wood-products industry
- Opportunity to develop valuable manufacturing and production skills
- Work with a team focused on safety, quality, and productivity
- Potential for long-term career growth
Location & Schedule
This position is on-site in Eugene, Oregon, working Swing Shift, Monday-Friday from 2:00PM-12:30AM. Overtime, alternate shifts, and off-shift coverage may be required based on production needs.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to start a rewarding career in the lumber industry, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more about these immediate openings. We're hiring now!