7 jobs found in Lumberton, MS

The Mechanical Maintenance Manager leads and develops the mechanical maintenance organization for IFG’s state-of-the-art sawmill located in Lumberton, MS. This role builds on the existing foundation of maintenance systems and practices, oversees mill reliability, trains and develops the maintenance team, and ensures safe, efficient operation of all mechanical assets. There is a significant focus on data-driven maintenance approaches and overseeing business processes through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).  This role involves collaborating with other departments to meet production targets, improve overall operational efficiency, and ensure alignment with financial goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Create a high-performance culture focused on safety, reliability, accountability, and continuous improvement. Provide daily leadership, coaching, and performance management for all maintenance...

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...

POSITION SUMMARY         The mill cleanup job involves maintaining the cleanliness of the facility by removing debris like sawdust, wood chips and waste, often using brooms, shovels and mobile equipment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Debris Removal: Sweeping, shoveling and vacuuming sawdust, wood chips and other debris from production floors and machinery. Material Disposal:   Collecting, sorting and disposing of scrap wood, waste glue and other rejected materials. Area Maintenance:   Keeping production areas, catwalks and workstations clean and free of obstructions. Tool and Equipment Use :   Operating tools such as brooms, compressed air, shovels and mobile equipment like Bobcats and sweepers. Other duties as needed.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Must be 18 years of age and currently enrolled in high school or a post -secondary educational program...

POSITION SUMMARY The Lead Planer man will cover all aspects and responsibilities of the lead planerman position with the result being to have consistent, accurate and quality product produced with minimum downtime while ensuring efficient utilization of company time. RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL Understand the defects related to planing lumber and knowing what to change in the set-up to ensure quality and accuracy of all set up work. Take responsibility to ensure that minimum standards for all set up activities are met including the competence to make set up adjustments using automatic set-up systems and computer controls. Assist and provide input and discussion to the dry end supervisor as needed. Monitor preventative maintenance program for all set up, planer and feed table equipment and communicate with planners to schedule. Perform lumber size checks and adjust set-up as needed to correct. Be current of all policy changes, as informed....

What You’ll Do As a Sawmill Supervisor, you will lead the team responsible for daily operations in the log yard/merch, sawmill, and filing room. You’ll set the tone for safety, drive production performance, and support a culture where people work hard, work smart, and look out for one another. · Lead with Safety — Model safe work practices, ensure compliance with JSAs, and respond proactively to hazards and incidents. · Guide Daily Operations — Oversee production, quality, scheduling, and inventory to keep the mill running efficiently. · Develop and Support Your Team — Train, coach, evaluate, and mentor employees; help new hires understand IFG’s expectations and culture. · Partner Across Departments — Work closely with QC and maintenance to identify issues, plan repairs, and improve processes utilizing AI technologies · Drive Continuous Improvement — Analyze up-time, identify opportunities, and support long-term operational improvements. · Ensure Accurate...

As an IFG Production Technician you will work in a wide variety of manufacturing functions. You will learn basic to advanced operations for each machine center at the mill, gain the knowledge to assist with basic trouble shooting and repair of equipment, as well as clean-up duties. This opportunity is ideal for individuals that have a strong passion to learn and develop new skills while exploring the different career paths IFG can provide.  We heavily focus on cross-training so you will have the opportunity to quickly gain skills and advance through the levels (1 – 5) within the established Production Technician Skills Matrix.    Basic Functions: Serve as a machine operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations which provides the opportunity to gain skills, learn and advance. Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned Use of mobile equipment to transfer waste and other materials to designated area Use of hand tools to...

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Conduct required pre-operating checks on forklift, prior to use and report all deficiencies immediately. Keep accurate records and lumber tally counts. Strategically execute the planer run schedule in accordance with the planer schedule. Effectively load multiple lumber units to ensure planer has a constant supply of lumber material. Maintain dry and green lumber yard setup for efficient storage and accountability. Remove or replace defective pile bottoms. Maintain a clean working area. Consistently keep a production level work pace. Other duties as needed or directed by the supervisor. Specific job duties and shifts may vary per mill and based on machine availability. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Valid Driver’s License Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test,...