Machine Operator in White Marsh, Maryland at J. Gibson McIlvain Company

The Machine Operator/Moulder Operator functions as an integral part of the Lumber Mill Production Team, and is responsible for, and has the authority for, setting up and operating a group of machines and making necessary adjustments or mechanical repairs to the machines and auxiliary equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Additional responsibilities include quality checks, routine & periodic maintenance, and housekeeping.

Job Responsibilities

• Take off previously run heads and install new profile heads for processing of current order.
• Have raw lumber stock in back of Moulder to start manufacturing as soon as Moulder is set up.
• Inspect all material manufactured through Moulder for quality of finish, accuracy of profile and size (net) required.
• Defect cut from exit side of Moulder defects that are not acceptable to customer.
• Put correct footages on mill tickets and if shortage occurs, check with Mill Supervisor for restocking needs.
• Keep customer mill sample for reference as well as samples from beginning of most current run.
• Take care of necessary paperwork – time, footage shipped, footage laid out and reason for layout.
• Strive to meet production target of 25,000 LF per day. (2 Moulders: Weinig PowerMat P1200 and Weinig UniMat)
• Make sure Moulder has normal maintenance procedures performed as needed.
• Notify Mill Supervisor if there should be any major maintenance needed or performed.
• As part of the mill team, you are obligated to customers and your co-workers to perform to the highest of standards.

• GED or High school diploma
• Reliable transportation
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm
• Basic knowledge of general labor and safe work practices
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work outdoors, year-round regardless of weather elements
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication skills
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana) and math assessment