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Wood Machine Operator Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Boise Cascade

Process Technician I-Nights

Thorsby, AL · On-site

$21.57/hr

At least one (1) year of experience working as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment * Experience operating a forklift * Experience working in lumber or wood products * Experience ...

Kronospan

Chipyard Operator

Eastaboga, AL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... similar machines) to supply chips for the production of MDF. Other tasks include but are not ...

Kronospan

Lamination Operator

Eastaboga, AL · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Kronospan

Lamination Operator

Eastaboga, AL

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... The ability to diagnose machine problems and report to maintenance. * The ability to perform basic ...

Kronospan

Lamination Operator

Eastaboga, AL

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Boise Cascade

Process Technician I-Nights

Thorsby, AL · On-site

At least one (1) year of experience working as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment * Experience operating a forklift * Experience working in lumber or wood products * Experience ...

Clayton Homes

Skipper Operator

Haleyville, AL · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Skipper CNC Operator to operate and maintain Skipper CNC machinery used for drilling, routing, or machining materials such as wood or MDF. The ideal ...

Clayton Homes

Skipper Operator

Haleyville, AL · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Skipper CNC Operator to operate and maintain Skipper CNC machinery used for drilling, routing, or machining materials such as wood or MDF. The ideal ...

Kronospan

Paper Treater Operator

Eastaboga, AL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Kronospan

Paper Treater Operator

Eastaboga, AL

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Kronospan

Paper Treater Operator

Eastaboga, AL

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Clayton Homes

Edge Band Operator

Haleyville, AL · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Edge Band Operator Location: DuraCraft Solutions Department: Production Reports To: Mill Area ... Operate and monitor edge banding machines to apply PVC, ABS, or wood veneer edging to MDF and ...

Clayton Homes

Edge Band Operator

Haleyville, AL · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Edge Band Operator Location: DuraCraft Solutions Department: Production Reports To: Mill Area ... Operate and monitor edge banding machines to apply PVC, ABS, or wood veneer edging to MDF and ...

Kronospan

Operator, Laminate Flooring

Eastaboga, AL

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... The ability to operate or learn to operate heavy machinery. * The ability to work with electric ...

Kronospan

Operator, Laminate Flooring

Eastaboga, AL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

Kronospan

Operator, Laminate Flooring

Eastaboga, AL

$16 - $21/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... The ability to operate or learn to operate heavy machinery. The ability to work with electric ...

Enviva

Hammer Mill Operator

Epes, AL · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon ... Adjust machine components to regulate speed, pressure and temperatures of machine, amount ...

Kronospan

Thermally Fused Laminate Operator

Eastaboga, AL · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF ... on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be ...

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What is the difference between Wood Machine Operator vs Saw Operator?

AspectWood Machine OperatorSaw Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in machine operationHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety certifications often required
Work EnvironmentFactories, lumber yards, woodworking plantsFactories, lumber mills, woodworking shops
Job DutiesOperate and maintain woodworking machinery to cut, shape, and finish woodSet up and operate saws to cut wood to specified sizes and shapes

Wood Machine Operators focus on operating various woodworking machinery, while Saw Operators specifically handle saws for cutting wood. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but their specific duties differ based on equipment used and tasks performed.

Infographic showing various Wood Machine Operator job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Process Technician I-Nights

Thorsby, AL • On-site

Boise Cascade Company
Construction • 5 - 10K employees
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$21.57/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Boise Cascade rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we’re one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our employees are critical to our success. And we’re committed to investing in them. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety. We call it, Total Rewards. Here’s a look at what’s included:

  • Medical + Prescription Drug
  • Dental + Vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings
  • $1.00 Shift Differential for Night-time Hours Worked

Responsibilities:

  • Effectively communicate daily activities and changes at departmental shift changes. 
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation.
  • Look for opportunities to reduce downtime.
  • Perform first line maintenance task.
  • Assist in prioritization of scheduled work orders
  • Communicate with planners and schedulers to prioritize critical work.
  • Know and understand the work in the backlog.
  • Assist maintenance and production with PMs. 100% of PMs completed timely. 
  • Assist maintenance and production leaders to investigate root cause of downtime events.
  • Minimize product waste.
  • Communicate quality issues to Lead Technician and team. Give feedback for corrections.

Qualifications:

  • Basic Qualifications:  High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • At least six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry, mechanical, construction, warehouse, or military environment
  • Experience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functions
  • Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
  • Willing and able to work a rotating twelve (12) hour shift (days and nights)
  • Willing and able to work in a hot, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environment
  • Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
  • Willing and able to wear safety equipment, i.e.: safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, and other PPE as required by specific jobs
  • Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day Preferred Qualifications: 
  • At least one (1) year of experience working as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience operating a forklift
  • Experience working in lumber or wood products
  • Experience troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing environment

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