Machine Operator

Job overview

The Machine Operator works onsite at The Lumber Manufactory’s mill in New Albany, MS. Starting pay is $16 or more per hour. The company operates modular sawmills producing dimensional wood products with an emphasis on efficiency and reduced waste. The operator runs sawmill equipment that turns logs into lumber, monitors product quality, and performs routine upkeep. The role helps maintain safe, reliable production and supports the mill’s work to modernize timber processing.

What you'll do

• Operate saws, conveyors, and sorting systems
• feed and align logs and adjust equipment settings
• inspect logs and lumber for quality
• perform routine upkeep and minor fixes and report larger issues to maintenance
• follow safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

machine operator

new albany ms

the lumber manufactory

sawmill

industrial equipment

wood products

quality checks

troubleshooting

lockout/tagout

training provided

starting pay $16+/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents
• employer-paid life and disability coverage
• paid time off
• company holidays.

Why this role

Training and certification provided; multiple shifts are available, including days; experience is helpful but the employer will train suitable candidates.

About the employer

The Lumber Manufactory is hiring for this role. Industry: Sawmills. Sector: 32.