Operator-Machine in TROY, Alabama at Rex Lumber,Troy,LLC

Rex Lumber has been family owned and operated for over 90 years. We believe in our communities and the honest, hardworking people who live in them. Today, Rex Lumber employs over 800 people across Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi and is an industry leader in Southern Yellow Pine manufacturing.

We support local schools and neighborhoods because we believe we are only as strong as the people who work for us.

If you are looking for a career change and do not have prior industrial experience, this may be the opportunity for you. This is an entry-level position with opportunities to grow and advance within Rex Lumber through dedication, reliability, and strong performance.

If this sounds like something you are interested in, apply today.

Support mill operations by ensuring all work areas—including the yard, sawmill, kilns, and planer mill—are safe, clean, and free of trash, debris, and waste.

• Collect and dispose of trash, debris, and waste throughout assigned areas

• Empty trash containers as required

• Use hand tools, including shovels, as part of cleanup duties

• Operate machinery or equipment as required and as trained

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of machine components and operation

• Participate in action planning and safety improvement processes

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor

• Ability to perform strenuous and physically demanding work

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to work with limited supervision

• Dependable attendance and punctuality

• Ability to stay on task and contribute to production goals

• Ability to work effectively in an industrial environment and as part of a team

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and remain on feet for extended periods

• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, and reach repeatedly

• Comfortable working around loud industrial equipment

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Ability to work at heights over 4 feet while wearing fall protection when required

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the work shift

• Follow all area- and machine-center safety regulations

• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear

• Do not enter restricted or controlled areas

• Immediately report unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervision

• Request assistance when tasks exceed individual training or knowledge

• Visually inspect equipment and work areas before operating

• Eliminate unsafe conditions whenever possible

• Follow standard Lockout/Tagout procedures when applicable

• Use proper lifting techniques (lift with legs, not back)

• Never approach a saw while it is running

• Follow all additional safety rules established by the company

Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you are looking for a career—not just a job—with big-company benefits and a close-knit environment, Rex Lumber may be the place for you.

• Medical Insurance with Prescription Coverage

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Telemedicine Program (Teladoc)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Vacation and 7 Paid Holidays

• Life and Accidental Death Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

• Employee Referral Program

• Personify Health Rewards Program

• Safety Incentives

• Accident and Critical Care Insurance

• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs

• Conditional Relocation Assistance

• Conditional Tuition Assistance

• On-the-Job Training

• Promotion-from-within culture

• Potential for additional Paid Time Off

• Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program