{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"cec120dee24ac89ef49a2208","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cec120dee24ac89ef49a2208","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cec120dee24ac89ef49a2208","title":"Operator Apprentice","description":"Our Operator Apprentice position is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions.\nEntry-level responsibilities may include but are not limited to:\n\nMaintaining safe work areas, collecting debris, and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas\nCleaning industrial equipment and workstations\nRelieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machinery\nShowing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily\nSupporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures at all times\n\nRequired skills and experience include:\n\nHigh School Diploma or GED\nMinimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred\nAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift\nAbility to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds\nAbility to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures\nRecognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team members\nAbility to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends\nOffers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical\n\nOur highly competitive compensation package includes:\n\nBenefits starting Day 1\nOn-the-job training and a\nA culture that strongly believes in promoting from within\nMedical\nDental\n401k with company match\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nPaid vacations and holidays\n\nIf you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com\nWe thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.\nWest Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)BehaviorsPreferredEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivationsPreferredGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpEqual Opportunity Employer \nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. \nFor further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"West Fraser","rawCompany":"west fraser","city":"Rockledge","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-04T22:21:00.431Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9041.00","title":"Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"extruding-forming-pressing-and-compacting-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9051.00","title":"Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders","slug":"furnace-kiln-oven-drier-and-kettle-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"19-5012.00","title":"Occupational Health and Safety Technicians","slug":"occupational-health-and-safety-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"321113","title":"Sawmills","slug":"sawmills"},{"code":"611513","title":"Apprenticeship Training","slug":"apprenticeship-training"},{"code":"322130","title":"Paperboard Mills","slug":"paperboard-mills"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Operator Apprentice","description":"Our Operator Apprentice position is an entry-level role with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance into progressively skilled positions.\nEntry-level responsibilities may include but are not limited to:\n\nMaintaining safe work areas, collecting debris, and disposing of sawdust and dropped lumber in assigned areas\nCleaning industrial equipment and workstations\nRelieving production positions; operating various light and heavy industrial machinery\nShowing a willingness and flexibility to perform various job assignments that may change daily\nSupporting our culture of safety by adhering to mill safety policies and procedures at all times\n\nRequired skills and experience include:\n\nHigh School Diploma or GED\nMinimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred\nAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures in loud, high volume environments performing physical tasks throughout the shift\nAbility to perform the essential functions of the position which includes walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds\nAbility to perform all tasks in accordance with West Fraser safety policies and procedures\nRecognize and support our team culture, communicating effectively with all team members\nAbility to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends\nOffers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen test, and physical\n\nOur highly competitive compensation package includes:\n\nBenefits starting Day 1\nOn-the-job training and a\nA culture that strongly believes in promoting from within\nMedical\nDental\n401k with company match\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nPaid vacations and holidays\n\nIf you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com\nWe thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. 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