planer operator
The operator is responsible for sawing, trimming, and planing rough lumber into dressed lumber according to specifications. Duties include setting up, adjusting, and lubricating sawmill equipment and completing reports.
- On-site
- White River, ON
- Posted Aug 6, 2026
- Apply by Sep 3, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Saw, trim and plane rough lumber into dressed lumber of various sizes Monitor logs and lumber movement to ensure cuts are made according to specifications Set up and adjust saw equipment Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment Complete reports Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Personal suitability Team player Accurate Organized Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Financial benefits As per collective agreement Pension plan Other Benefits Other benefits Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
What you’ll do
The operator is responsible for sawing, trimming, and planing rough lumber into dressed lumber according to specifications. Duties include setting up, adjusting, and lubricating sawmill equipment and completing reports.
Requirements
Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and experience is considered an asset. The role requires manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Disability benefits • Health care plan • Financial benefits • Pension plan
Listed skills
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Sawing
- Trimming
- Planing
- Equipment Setup
- Equipment Maintenance
- Manual Dexterity
- Attention To Detail
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 3, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level