5 forester jobs found

Position Summary The Planer Mill Superintendent is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation and performance of the planer mill. This position oversees employees, safety, lumber quality, production, equipment performance, downtime, housekeeping, and coordination with maintenance. The superintendent must be a hands-on leader who can manage people while maintaining a strong understanding of planer mill equipment and production flow. The goal is to operate the planer mill safely and efficiently while producing a consistent, quality product and meeting production expectations. This is a day shift position. Monday - Friday Competitive Salary based on experience Benefits include: Bonus opportunities, Vacation, 401k with company match, Health insurance, Dental, vision. Primary Responsibilities • Direct and supervise planer mill employees throughout the shift and assign manpower based on production needs. • Manage employee attendance, timekeeping, break...

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking a Weekend Maintenance Technician to join our team at our state of the art sawmill in Lumberton, Mississippi. The successful candidate will install, repair and maintain all plant machinery and equipment in optimal working conditions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepare machine centers for daily use Perform predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance procedures on manufacturing equipment using cutting, welding, power and hand tools Assemble, install and repair equipment following blueprints and schematics Maintain a production level work pace Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSA’s Ability to work at varying heights Must be willing to provide your own tools Excellent communication skills Must be able to work various shifts, days, weekend and overtime as needed QUALIFICATIONS: 4,000 hours of verifiable industrial maintenance mechanic experience required Certification in...

Full Time Position: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm w/ possibility for OT Job Summary: We are seeking a dependable and motivated General Machine Operator to join our lumber manufacturing team. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of production equipment used in the processing of lumber and wood products. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, equipment knowledge, and a background or familiarity with the forestry or logging industry. Key Responsibilities: Operate sawmill and production machinery safely and efficiently Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments as needed Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards are met Perform routine maintenance and report any mechanical issues Follow all safety procedures and company policies Assist with general production and facility tasks as needed and assigned Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Previous experience...

Hood Industries, Inc is seeking a  Reliability Engineer  to play a key role in both our current and future operations at our  Waynesboro, Mississippi  lumber facility.  This role is pivotal in ensuring reliable performance and continuous improvement within our current sawmill operations, while also supporting the design and implementation of reliability systems for our new, state-of-the-art sawmill now under construction. This is a rare opportunity to manage today’s challenges while building tomorrow’s standards.   Purpose:   Assist in leading the overall manufacturing operations by utilizing the Hood Management Philosophy, “The Hood Way”. Lead by engaging  People  and improving  Processes  to drive sustainable  Performance.  Assist in meeting the company’s production goals, while maintaining positive employee relations and operating within company policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.   Job Responsibilities:   Responsible for...

Vicksburg Forest Products in Vicksburg, Mississippi is searching for a Maintenance Planner. This role will be accountable for ensuring the correct amount of labor, parts and resources are determined for equipment repairs. The Planner plays a critical role in reviewing work requests, planning work orders and follow-up required after repairs are complete. They will continually look for opportunities for improvement in the future in both repair methods and equipment reliability. Responsibilities Assist in promoting a continuous improvement culture through communication and coaching employees as well as finding opportunities for streamlining production activities and enhancing value-added processes. Understand the value of good repairs as it relates to reliability and productivity. Controls cost and spending to ensure budget restraints are met Participate in all investigations to help improve equipment reliability. Ensures safe work practices, follows safety...