Production Helper Jobs in Longview, WA (NOW HIRING)

Growing Our Team!

Join Weyerhaeuser Longview Lumber and make a difference! Longview is a state-of-the-art facility that continually invests in our people, manufacturing, and our long-lasting customer relationships. With precision manufacturing and exceptional process control, Longview Lumber safely produces a premium product. If you want to work for an industry leader that offers a great company culture, have the opportunity for career advancement, receive a comprehensive benefits package and get on-the job training - come grow with us!

With this posting, we will be filling openings in sawmill production, planer production, and plant utility! This position pays $26.78/hr to start.

At Weyerhaeuser, we know our most important assets are our associates. Our employees and their skill and ingenuity are the real reason we have been in business for over 125 years.

We Offer: 

• An environment focused on safety.
• Excellent wages and benefits package including full medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, paid holidays, short term disability, retirement contributions, 401(k) with a match. 
• On the job training.
• A commitment to associates to provide internal opportunities to grow and develop their skills and careers. 

Key Functions, to be performed safely:
Sawmill and Planer Production (Work schedule is 4 10s during the week, days or nights)

• Run all components and equipment associated with your respective machine center; Monitor your respective machine center operation and functions and troubleshoot problems that occur.
• Monitor upstream and downstream operations.
• Follow procedures during an upset condition.
• Correct cross-ups and jams on infeed and outfeed.
• Keep your work area clean and clear of safety hazards.
• Operate a forklift.

Plant Utility Position (Work schedule is days 4 10s Friday - Monday or 3 13s Friday-Sunday)

• Downtime clean-up at major machine centers; Use shovel, broom, and/or equipment to clean up work areas; Keep work areas clean and clear of safety hazards during runtime.
• Fire-watch during maintenance activities.
• Provide coverage at various operating positions across the site.
• Perform quality system checks, flow to process bottlenecks, provide training support and assist with upset conditions.
• Operate a forklift.

• Must be 18 years or older. 
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be available to work any shift, including nights and weekends.
• Must have a solid work history; industrial experience is a plus. 
• Must attach a current resume to the application.

Candidate Requirements:

• Wear all safety equipment and obey all safety rules.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including exhibiting safe work practices and helping others work safely.
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts and maintain good attendance.
• Willing and able to learn new jobs and skills, flow to work while treating all employees with respect.
• Be able to work in dusty and noisy conditions, work from heights, and in confined/restricted areas.
• Be able to lift 2-20 pounds regularly, climb steps and ladders, and stand or work up to 3 hours at a time for up to 8-10 hours.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and physical. (This position is designated by WY as a safety-sensitive position. Please be advised that due to the designation, you will be subject to pre-employment testing for cannabis and its metabolites.)

Compensation: Your wages and benefits are set by the labor agreement between Weyerhaeuser and the union representing employees at this work site. We are targeting a pay range of $26.38/hour based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. 

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your family will be covered by our comprehensive health benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary. 

Paid Time Off or Vacation: This position receives paid vacation eligibility in accordance with our union collective bargaining agreement. We offer paid vacation and holidays, more information can be provided upon request. 

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.

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.

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.