Lathe Operator

Weyerhaeuser is seeking individuals who are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a desire to work in a manufacturing facility. Weyerhaeusers Engineered Wood Products is currently looking to fill a Lathe Operator position at our Zwolle facility.

At Weyerhaeuser, we offer positions with on-the-job training, continued growth potential and a career limited only by you. We continually strive to develop and promote talent from within while offering stable employment with excellent pay and benefits. Our manufacturing facilities are highly automated and utilize many leading-edge technologies in the wood products industry.

Under the supervision of the Green End Supervisor, the Lathe Operator controls the lathe to peel logs into veneer, maintaining a constant flow of veneer to the Clipper. Works closely with the Deck Hand and Cat Operator.

The wage for this role is $29.43 per hour.

Key Functions

• Controls the lathe to peel logs into veneer at full production pace while maintaining compliance with APA and safety standards, by detecting compliance issues and taking correct preventative measures.

• Maintains quality control of thickness, body, length of veneer and proper core flow. Assists Lathe Deck Operator with infeed and chipper problems as needed

• Maintain lathe deck and lathe (including but not limited to grinding of lathe knives; performing install/inspections of lathe knives; setting score knives/adjusting score blocks; monitoring and troubleshooting infeed and chipper; greasing lathe and maintaining cleanliness of machinery) as well as performing preventative inspections/maintenance and reporting breakdowns. Also, assist maintenance personnel with lathe repair as needed.

• Work with management, and other members of the department to maximize operation of the lathe and green end positions.

High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to perform basic math function is required.

• Experience operating green end equipment is preferred.

• Computer experience is a plus

• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.

• Knowledge of APA standards; veneer quality, and thicknesses.

• Interpret and complete required paperwork, including maintaining neat and accurate production reports.

• Self-starter with the ability to work without direct supervision and provide leadership as necessary.

• Ability to work closely with supervisors, cat operator, deck hand, clipper operator and others in the department; be a team player/leader; good verbal and written communication skills; and demonstrate positive attitude.

• Knowledge and ability to use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Show proficiency in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) standards.

• Knowledge of lockout procedures.

• Maintain a clean workstation, and exhibit good performance, safety and attendance records.

• Willingness to work rotating shifts, work overtime and weekends and rotate between jobs; as well as perform any job as specified by supervisor.

About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, weve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. Were serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.