Experienced Planerman (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Stimson Lumber

  Gaston, Oregon, United States

The Planerman is responsible for the set-up, alignment, and maintenance of the planer machine and associated equipment.  We have a day shift and a swing shift opening for an experienced planer (2 positions).

Essential Functions:

  1. Monitors and operates planer, including planer set-up and alignment
  2. Applies technical understanding of planer to improve and optimize plane
    1. Safety
    2. Product quality
    3. Production
  3. Instructs trains or leads less experienced planer operators
  4. Monitors overall planer performance and product quality

Required Skills and Abilities

  1. Strong understanding of production flow and product quality
  2. Strong technical knowledge related to planer operation, including set-up and maintenance.
  3. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead others
  4. Possesses experience and knowledge working with Sap Stain/Spray box application

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, bend, twist, kneel, and navigate staircases. This job requires the physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, move in small spaces, and manipulate various maintenance tools. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

 Who is Stimson Lumber? 
Stimson Lumber is a leader in the forest products and natural resources industry with over 750 employees and several locations across Idaho, Oregon and Washington. We have a progressive, forward thinking culture with a focus on developing our people. Our employees are given the tools and opportunities to maximize their talent and achieve professional and personal goals.  We have been a recognized leader in our industry with our commitment to quality, customer service and continuous improvement mentality for decades. 

Why work at Stimson Lumber? 
We are hiring people who are passionate about what they do every day, have a desire to make a difference and thrive in a team environment. We reward our employees through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, advancement opportunities, and a great place to work!  Take a look at our employee benefits and our Stimson culture on www.mystimson.com

As an equal employment opportunity company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.