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Woodgrain

Sawmill Production Associate

Independence, VA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Woodgrain in Independence, VA is looking for a Sawmill Production Associate . About Woodgrain: Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world with locations throughout the United States ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Perry, GA · On-site

$29.35/hr

Sawmill Production Team Member, Perry, Georgia At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company - we're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day. As a ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Dequincy, LA · On-site

$30.90/hr

Sawmill Production Team Member, DeQuincy, Louisiana At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company - we're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day.

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team

Baxley, GA · On-site

$28.38/hr

Sawmill Production Team, Baxley, Georgia Interfor is seeking motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join our Sawmill Production Team in Baxley , Georgia . The successful candidates will be ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Preston, GA · On-site

$17/hr

Sawmill Production Team Member, Preston, Georgia At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company. We're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day. As a ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Georgetown, SC · On-site

$29.75/hr

Sawmill Production Team Member, Georgetown, South Carolina At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company. We're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team

Molalla, OR · On-site

$23.93/hr

Sawmill Production Team, Molalla, Oregon Interfor is seeking reliable, driven and safety focused team players to join our team as a Sawmill Production Team in Molalla, Oregon . Starting rate for this ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Dequincy, LA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.50/hr

Working as part of our operations team, you'll learn various aspects of sawmill production while developing the skills needed to grow into positions such as machine operator, mobile equipment ...

Interfor Us

Sawmill Production Team Member

Dequincy, LA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.50/hr

Working as part of our operations team, you'll learn various aspects of sawmill production while developing the skills needed to grow into positions such as machine operator, mobile equipment ...

Interfor Us

Sawmill Production Team Member

Thomaston, GA · On-site

$11.75 - $14.50/hr

Working as part of our operations team, you'll learn various aspects of sawmill production while developing the skills needed to grow into positions such as machine operator, mobile equipment ...

Interfor Us

Sawmill Production Team Member

Perry, GA

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Support daily sawmill operations and production activities. * Maintain housekeeping and clean-up in assigned work areas. * Assist with keeping lumber moving efficiently throughout the mill. * Follow ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team Member

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Support daily sawmill operations and production activities. * Maintain housekeeping and clean-up in assigned work areas. * Assist with keeping lumber moving efficiently throughout the mill. * Follow ...

Interfor

Sawmill Production Team

Baxley, GA · On-site

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

Sawmill (5:30 pm to 5:30 am) Planer Mill (4:30pm to 3:30 am) What You'll Do * Complete clean-up and ... products companies in the world and we're growingin exciting directions. We want you to grow your ...

Interfor Us

Sawmill Production Team

Baxley, GA

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

Sawmill (5:30 pm to 5:30 am) Planer Mill (4:30pm to 3:30 am) What You'll Do * Complete clean-up and ... products companies in the world and we're growingin exciting directions. We want you to grow your ...

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How much do sawmill production jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for sawmill production in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sawmill Production vs Sawmill Machine Operator?

AspectSawmill ProductionSawmill Machine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety training
Work EnvironmentProcessing plant, noisy, physically demandingOperating machinery in sawmill, noisy, safety-focused
Job RoleOversees entire production process, quality controlOperates specific sawmill machinery, follows instructions
Industry UsageUsed across sawmill and lumber industriesCommonly used in sawmill operations

While both roles are integral to sawmill operations, Sawmill Production involves overseeing the entire production process and quality control, whereas Sawmill Machine Operator focuses on operating specific machinery. Both require safety training and are essential for efficient lumber processing.

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Infographic showing various Sawmill Production job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Sawmill Production Associate

Independence, VA • On-site

Woodgrain, Inc.
Wood Product Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Sawmill Production Associate
Posting Start Date: 8/19/26
Division: Woodgrain Millwork
Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing
Job Location: Independence, VA
Woodgrain in Independence, VA is looking for a Sawmill Production Associate.
About Woodgrain:
Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Our Woodgrain facility in Independence, VA is a sawmill operation providing materials to our manufacturing facilities as well as to various external customers. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.
Job Summary:
Sawmill Production Associate basic function is the handling, flipping, inspecting, and sorting lumber on a conveyor to determine the product finish meets quality or if it needs to be transferred to another processing machine to make the finished product ready to be graded and stacked. The position reports directly to our Sawmill Production Manager. Production experience is called upon for the safe, effective, and efficient operation of the plant. All Woodgrain employees will be expected to exemplify our core values and put Safety Above All.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while working at all times.
  • Maintain feed chain conveyors to prevent boards from becoming crossed up or jammed to allow the line to run continually throughout the shift.
  • Handling boards by flipping, inspecting, and sorting lumber.
  • Make sure chains and guards are in place to help make the work area as safe as possible.
  • Keep work area clear of wood and debris.
  • Occasionally operate a chain saw.

Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Lock out/Tag out trained.
  • Must be SAFETY minded while working in a production environment.
  • Lifting and physical activity is required for this position, must be able to move boards and wood pieces.

Summary of Company Benefits:
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience ($16 to $18 per hour)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
  • Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
  • Progressive Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals

The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical sawmill environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is moderate to high depending on the area of the mill. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Requires close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and is regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and extreme hot and cold temperatures.

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