PM Tilt Hoist Operator

4/10/2026

The Tilt Hoist Operator is responsible for ensuring a smooth flow of wood down the infeed deck chains and maintaining proper inventory records. They must also monitor for debris, remove damaged boards, and assist the planer operator with equipment setups.

Salary

23.53 - 25.53 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Whether it's a walk in the woods, wood product manufacturing, mitigation banking, or a unique sporting experience in New Zealand, we stand for quality. We focus on providing the highest quality products & services without compromising our stewardship to the land.

About the Role

Westervelt Lumber Thomasville, AL
JOB OVERVIEW
JOB TITLE	Tilt Hoist Operator
JOB NO. / ID	A56438	REVISION DATE	6/25/2020
JOB LOCATION	Thomasville, AL
GENERAL DESCRIPTION	The Tilt Hoist Operator is responsible for ensuring a smooth flow of wood is being fed down the infeed deck chains.
DIVISION / DEPARTMENT	Production
SUBDIVISION	Planer Mill	REPORTS TO TITLE	Planer Mill Supervisor
POSITION DETAILS
FULL-TIME PART-TIME		40	HOURS PER WEEK
CONTRACTOR INTERN		EXEMPT NONEXEMPT
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION	• Ensure lumber loaded on Tilt Hoist is the correct demension. • Observe lift as lumber is placed on chains. • Properly even-end packs of lumber on the Tilt hoist infeed. • Properly scan tickets to be ensure inventory is correct. • Ensure a smooth flow of wood is being fed down the infeed deck chains. • Look for debris such as rocks and metal in wood. • Remove any broken or damaged boards. • Assist planer operator with set up for change over. • Ensure stick belt do not jam or over flow.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS	• Willing to work any shift including weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed. • Commitment to safety. • Excellent attendance record. • Good communication skills. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Ability to learn and adapt to change. • Ability to adhere to all safety policies and regulations including wearing safety equipment. • Ability to work in noisy envirnoment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS	• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds. • Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures. •Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for extended periods of time. • Able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS	• High School Diploma or GED required.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS	Preferred Experience: • Driving and operating a mobile equipment such as front end loader, skid steer or forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment. • Basic computer skills. • Experience working in lumber or wood products industry and/or manufacturing. • Experience troubleshooting equipment. • Sawmill experience preferred.
We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Skills

Machine operationInventory managementSafety complianceCommunicationTeamworkTroubleshootingForklift operationSkid steer operationFront end loader operationComputer skillsAttention to detail