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Weekend Production Technician/Manufacturing Associate 

Location: Millport, Alabama

Position Type: Full-time

Build a Career with Weyerhaeuser

Looking for more than just a job? Join Weyerhaeuser's Millport lumber operation and become part of a team that produces products used to build homes and communities across North America.

We are seeking dependable, safety-focused individuals to join our Weekend Production Team in a full-time position. Lumber experience is not required. Whether your background is in manufacturing, warehousing, agriculture, construction materials, food processing, automotive, or another industrial environment, you will receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to build a long-term career with an industry leader.

For more than 100 years, Weyerhaeuser has invested in its employees, communities, and sustainable manufacturing operations. If you are ready to work hard, learn new skills, and grow your career, we would like to hear from you.

We encourage applicants from Millport and surrounding communities, including Columbus, Reform, Vernon, Aliceville, Fayette, Gordo, Carrollton, Kennedy, Sulligent, and Pickensville.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Starting Pay: $24.05/hour

Top Pay: $29.54/hour

In addition, you will enjoy:

• Annual performance bonus
• 401(k) with Company match plus an additional Company retirement contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid on-the-job training
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Boot allowance
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Stable year-round employment
• High-performing, safety-first culture
• Industry-leading manufacturing technology
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Why a Weekend Schedule?

A weekend schedule offers flexibility that works for many lifestyles. It may be a great fit if you are looking to:

• Balance family or childcare responsibilities
• Attend school during the week
• Supplement household income
• Maintain another business or farm
• Enjoy weekdays off for appointments and personal activities

Additional overtime and shift coverage opportunities may be available based on business needs.

Equipment You'll Work With

You will operate and work around modern manufacturing equipment, including:

• Automated lumber manufacturing equipment
• Conveyor systems
• Material handling equipment
• Industrial production machinery
• Sawmill equipment
• Planer mill equipment
• Forklifts, with training provided
• Industrial scanners and production systems

What You'll Do

As a member of our production team, you will help safely manufacture high-quality lumber products while supporting efficient mill operations. Responsibilities include:

• Operating automated manufacturing equipment and production machinery
• Feeding, sorting, stacking, and moving materials throughout the manufacturing process
• Monitoring product quality and identifying defects
• Loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas through routine housekeeping
• Following standard operating procedures and safe work practices
• Learning multiple production areas to support operational flexibility
• Collaborating with teammates to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Following all Company policies, procedures, and safety expectations

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, distribution, agriculture, construction materials, or another industrial environment
• Ability to work weekends, overtime, holidays, and additional shifts when needed
• Ability to safely work around moving industrial equipment and machinery
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environments while wearing required personal protective equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, reach, and perform demanding work throughout a shift
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment assessment, physical, drug screen, and background check

Preferred Qualifications

The following experience is preferred but not required:

• Manufacturing or production experience
• Machine operation experience
• Forklift operation experience
• Material handling experience
• Experience working with industrial equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer skills

Experience We Value

We welcome candidates from a variety of industries, including:

• Manufacturing
• Food and beverage production
• Poultry processing
• Warehousing and distribution
• Building materials
• Packaging
• Agriculture
• Paper products
• Wood products
• Construction products
• Automotive manufacturing

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, we've 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. We're 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.

Attention Internal Applicants: To ensure transparency across the organization, please have a discussion with your manager prior to applying for any new opportunities. If you need any help facilitating this conversation, please reach out to your HR Representative for guidance. For more information on how to apply, including best practices for updating your profile or partnering with HR and Recruiting, please visit our internal applicant page on Roots: wy.com/applicants

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.