SAWMILL GENERAL LABOR

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John A Biewer Co Inc

Posted 6 months ago

Full Time

Winona, Mississippi

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support daily sawmill production by operating round table equipment and sorting, stacking, and staging lumber. Maintain a clean and safe work environment by removing debris and monitoring material flow to prevent downtime.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. You are able to perform physical demands such as standing for extended periods, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred, and you should be comfortable working in an industrial environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

lumber grading

hand tools

OSHA regulations

Job Description

Biewer Sawmill Winona is filling General Labor positions for day shift (5:30am-5:30pm) and night shift (5:30pm- 5:30am) production schedules.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join the lumber industry and build a career through our training programs!

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General Labor Summary:

Support daily sawmill production by safely operating round table equipment and assisting in various mill operations. This position ensures quality lumber output, maintains production flow, and promotes a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

General Labor Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Sort, stack, band, and stage lumber according to grade and size specifications.

Remove scrap, debris, and wood residuals or byproducts from production areas.

Ensure clean work areas by sweeping floors, picking up broken pieces of lumber, and shoveling material.

Monitor material flow and prevent jams or downtime.

Use hand tools for strapping and tying lumber bundles or blocks.

Conduct routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.

Ensure compliance with quality control standards. 

Support other planer or mill departments as needed.

Responsibly follow all safety procedures and policies, and work together with co-workers to ensure a safe working environment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

General Labor Basic Qualifications:

Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  

Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization.

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Mathematical skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 

General Labor Education, Experience, and Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

General Labor Work Environment:

Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery and mechanical equipment.

Exposure to bark, sawdust, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures (hot, cold, humid).

Due to exposure to noise above the permissible exposure limit (PEL), falling hazards, and sawdust, employees must wear hearing protection, a hard hat, safety glasses,  safety footwear, and a high-visibility shirt/vest.

This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

General Labor Physical Demands:

Stand or walk for extended periods (8-12-hour shifts).

Climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.

Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and use hand tools.

This job description should not be construed as a complete or detailed list of duties and other duties may be assigned by management

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John A Biewer Co Inc

Biewer is a fourth-generation, family-owned leader in softwood lumber and quality lumber products. For more than 70 years, we have specialized in manufacturing and distributing high-performance wood products for builders, contractors, and retailer customers across North America. Our products include trusted brands such as Select Cut® lumber, Pier Advantage® treated wood products, and Biewer FRTW® (Fire Retardant Treated Wood)—each designed to deliver consistent grading, integrity, and dependable performance. From dimensional softwood lumber to pressure-treated specialized lumber solutions, and more, we provide reliable solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Biewer is committed to delivering quality lumber, strong supply partnerships, and exceptional service. With vertically integrated operations and decades of industry expertise, we ensure consistent availability, precision manufacturing, and wood products you can trust for every project. Biewer’s family of companies include: John A. Biewer Company, Inc. Biewer Lumber, LLC Biewer of Lansing, LLC John A. Biewer Company of Illinois John A. Biewer Company of Wisconsin Biewer Sawmill Inc. Biewer Wisconsin Sawmill, Inc. Biewer Sawmill Winona, Inc. Biewer Sawmill - Newton LLC Biewer Logistics, LLC
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