20 forester jobs found

The Plant Manager at Idaho Forest Group provides strategic, campus-wide leadership across every phase of plant operations—from the log yard through final shipping. This role develops and empowers high-performing teams while driving a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager ensures production goals are achieved efficiently and consistently in alignment with IFG policies, procedures, and standards of excellence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Manage safety policies, procedures and cultivate a culture for continuous safety improvements. Oversee daily/shift operations to include the Planer, Sawmill, Log Yard, Boiler/Kilns, Maintenance and Shipping. Partner with other members of management including Sales/Marketing, Log Procurement, Purchasing, HR, Finance, Engineering to ensure efficient business operations. Foster proactive leadership and teamwork that enhances IFG...

We are seeking reliable and motivated individuals to join our heavy-duty mechanic shop as entry-level summer helper. This role is perfect for those looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, mechanical environment. The summer helper will assist with basic maintenance tasks, service support, and parts stocking. A willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Assist technicians with routine oil changes, lubrication, and basic vehicle maintenance tasks for rolling stock. Provide support for repair tasks, including fetching tools, holding parts, and cleaning work areas. Receive, organize, and stock parts in the shop’s inventory, ensuring tools and materials are readily available for technicians. Keep work areas clean and organized, including sweeping floors, disposing of waste, and maintaining a safe work environment. Assist in cleaning, organizing, and...

POSITION SUMMARY The Enterprise Applications Administrator II, under general supervision, will provide oversight and hands-on support for the installation, customization, maintenance, implantation, and troubleshooting of applications for business operations. This position is responsible for optimizing and extending the functionality of systems and applications, assisting with reports, and testing applications to support business operations. The role involves close collaboration with HR, Finance, IT, and Plant Managers to support applications. This role further contributes to the team by providing training, sharing knowledge and processes, and ensuring lessons learned are documented and implemented in SOPs . Travel between sites and after-hours support will be required.  SALARY RANGE: Starts at $75,000 per year and increases based on experience KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Serve as a...

POSITION SUMMARY The Heavy Equipment Tech is responsible for maintaining and servicing heavy machinery by performing scheduled PM’s, component overhauls, diagnostic repairs and emergency repairs. This role ensures that equipment operates efficiently by preventing breakdowns and extending equipment life. Wage range: $38.11/hr - $44.35/hr.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Service and maintain all rolling stock and heavy equipment; operate all rolling stock. Perform regular maintenance and diagnostic checks on rolling stock. Identify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and other system-related issues and perform repairs or replacements of components as needed. Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment complies with safety standards...

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking an Industrial Electrician to join our Swing Shift Lewiston Maintenance team! The successful candidate will install and maintain electrical systems and components throughout mill in optimal working order. Wage : $50.00 - $54.00 DOE Essential Functions: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs Installation, repair and maintenance of electrical components Diagnose causes of malfunctions Continually work on preventative maintenance Ensure inventory of critical spare parts Assists millwrights in making mechanical repairs as needed Consistently keep a production level work pace Other duties as needed Specific job duties and shifts may vary per mill and based on machinery.  Wage DOE Qualifications: Journeyman Electrician License Industrial/manufacturing experience preferred Knowledge of PLC's Knowledge of OSHA and State regulations Ability to work at varying heights...

POSITION SUMMARY The Production Operator is responsible for operating machinery and equipment in their department to process logs into lumber and other wood products. This role requires attention to safety, efficiency, and quality control while performing various tasks and maintaining equipment. Starting wage is $24.59 with a $500 sign on bonus. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned. Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience. Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations. Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned. Maintain acceptable...

POSITION SUMMARY The Bark Handler’s primary function requires proficiency of front-end loader feeding the bark screen, as well as basic maintenance functions of the screen. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Maintain quality specifications for the finished bark. Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with IFG rules, regulations, and JSA’s. Perform seasonal work; feed the bark screen, perform various clean up in log/lumber yards, and snow removal. Operate dump truck, yard work truck, water truck, sweeper truck, excavator, and skid steer. Operate wheel loaders. Maintain acceptable production levels. Other duties as needed. The Bark Handler is a work-up position.  Work-up steps are available. Responsible for cleaning machinery and work area daily.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED. Must be willing to work weekends and overtime. Skills: Ability to...

POSITION SUMMARY The Chemical Process Engineering Associate is an intermediate position between a Chemical Process Engineering Intern and a Chemical Process Engineer I. The position is intended for an advanced Chemical Engineering student, graduate student, recent graduate, or other qualified individual capable of performing meaningful engineering work with greater independence than an intern while maintaining a reduced or flexible work schedule. The engineer performs defined assignments associated with R&D, pilot operations, process design, process analysis, plant support, controls, environmental systems, and technology scale-up. This is an on-site, part-time position with a consistent schedule coordinated with the department. May independently perform routine calculations, process-data analysis, testing, and documentation within an established technical scope. Complex design decisions and significant process changes remain under review of more experienced full-time...

POSITION SUMMARY The Filer Benchman is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all saws, guides, and knives used in mill operations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment Tip and grind all saws Hammer and roll saws to ensure they are level and properly tensioned Weld or replace tips and sharpen saws Changes saws and guides Pour babbitt for guides and cuts to proper size Maintain grinding equipment and ensure proper settings of filing equipment Maintain all saw guide lube and water systems Work with other departments to ensure lumber quality and troubleshoot any quality issues Assist head filer in maintaining filing room inventory Maintain a production level work pace Keep work area clean at all times – cleanup during and after shift...

POSITION SUMMARY   The Training Specialist  is responsible for  developing, delivering, and managing technical training programs for maintenance personnel. This role ensures that maintenance teams have the knowledge and skills needed to effectively troubleshoot, repair, and  maintain  sawmill equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will have strong  expertise  in industrial maintenance, training program development, and hands-on technical instruction.     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES    Responsibilities  include but are not limited to the following:   Prepare and implement training for all maintenance personnel. Develop and implement a division approved Maintenance Training Program. Train personnel on maintenance evaluation and analysis to help determine root causes. Assist in maintenance evaluations at specific division facilities as requested. Support facility in upholding OSHA requirements within the Training...

POSITION SUMMARY  The Manager – Capital Engineering, Southern Division is responsible for leading the engineering development and day-to-day execution of capital projects across IFG’s Lumberton, Mississippi and Louisville, Alabama manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the Director – Capital Projects, Southern Division, this position translates the approved capital plan into safely executed, technically sound and financially controlled projects. The Manager owns project engineering and execution discipline from scope development through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up and turnover, while the Director retains accountability for portfolio strategy, prioritization, funding recommendations and overall program governance.          KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Lead the engineering development and day-to-day execution of approved Southern Division capital projects across Lumberton and...

CAREER GROWTH OPPORTUNITY FOR PRODUCTION OPERATORS LOCATED IN MOYIE SPRINGS, ID Competitive Pay Starting at $24.59/hr. $2.00/ hour shift differential for swing, graveyard, or weekend shifts. $500 Sign On Incentive. Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days! 401K with a 5% Company match immediately! POSITION EXPECTATIONS: Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations which provides the opportunity to quickly gain skills, learn and promote. Assist with mill clean-up.  Most employees are quickly promoted from this role into something more advanced and specialized. Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned Ability to use motorized equipment to transfer waste to designated area Ability to use hand tools to clean area: broom, shovel, rake, etc. Ability to use an air hose to clean machines free of dust and debris Maintain a...

POSITION SUMMARY The Industrial Electrician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all mill equipment. This position will troubleshoot electrical issues, perform preventative maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.  PAY RATE:  $50/hour KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.  Install, repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment with a primary focus on safe and continuous operation of all equipment and facilities. Utilize CMMS to document all work orders and equipment maintenance throughout the facility.   Assist in maintaining the inventory of critical electrical spare parts. Support root cause...

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking a Millwright Fabricator to join our traveling Central Fab Shop (CFS) team that services the company’s objective in maintaining "state-of-the-art" technology throughout its mills. Essential Functions: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs Perform a wide range of tasks including; welding, cutting, fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing of various types of processing equipment or machines to improve production quality and efficiency Dismantle and re-assembly on various types of equipment for modifications or upgrades Layout, cut, grind, form, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits Trouble shooting or inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of issue or other problems Operating of man lifts, scissor lifts, fork lifts and other various type of heavy equipment Comfortable working at high elevations out of man lifts or baskets Keep...

POSITION SUMMARY The Journeyman Millwright is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment within the mill. This includes conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and other critical systems used in milling operations, with a strong focus on preventative maintenance.  The Journeyman Millwright ensures that equipment operates efficiently and safely to minimize downtime and support continuous production. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.  Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Utilize CMMS to document all work orders and equipment maintenance records throughout the facility. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure machines continue to run smoothly, operate efficiently, and produce high-quality output. Install, repair and maintain plant machinery...

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking Log Yard Operators with Heavy Equipment Experience to join our Moyie Springs team.  From $28.93 per hour DOE. This position will operate heavy equipment to sort logs by size and species, unload logs from trucks, deliver logs from log yard to the mill, and spread loads loads as needed. This is a full time position on swing shift. Full benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days. Other benefits include 401K with 5% company match and 8 paid holidays! Essential Functions:   Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs Sort logs, load and move logs Recognize species to store properly Operate 988 and other Rolling Stock in Log Yard Consistently keep a production level work pace Other duties as needed Specific job duties and shifts may vary per mill and based on machinery.  Qualifications: Knowing species and log form desirable  Must be able to...

POSITION SUMMARY The Production Operator is responsible for operating machinery and equipment in their department to process logs into lumber and other wood products. This role requires attention to safety, efficiency, and quality control while performing various tasks and maintaining equipment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned. Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience. Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations. Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned. Maintain acceptable production levels. Duties vary by location....

POSITION SUMMARY The Maintenance Engineer I under direct supervision is responsible for the upkeep, repair, and optimization of all mechanical and/or electrical systems, machinery, and equipment within the facility. This role ensures minimal downtime, enhances operational efficiency, and guarantees the safety and longevity of equipment while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations.         KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations, and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Assist in RCA (root cause analysis) investigations, implement & manage resulting action items. Assist with investigating equipment failures and diagnose difficult or faulty operations and make resulting recommendations to the Maintenance department. Analyze production bottlenecks and...

Essential Responsibilities     Safety & Compliance   • Perform all work in accordance with company safety policies, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Lockout/Tagout procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.   • Maintain compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA, and company electrical standards.   • Promote a safe working environment and properly document completed work.     Electrical Maintenance   • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial electrical systems.   • Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to minimize production downtime.   • Diagnose failures in motors, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation, sensors, and control circuits.   • Install, modify, commission, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain electrical equipment.   • Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics and drawings.   • Utilize multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, process meters, loop calibrators, and clamp meters.   •...

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...