Equipment Operator
Required skills
- loaders
- forklifts
- heavy equipment
- industrial setting
- construction setting
- yard setting
- safety habits
- dependable attendance
- reliable transportation
- background check
Role summary
The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is seeking Equipment Operators for its New Albany mill and yard. Responsibilities include operating heavy machinery like loaders and forklifts to move logs and lumber, loading/unloading trucks, performing daily equipment inspections, and reporting any mechanical issues or safety hazards. The ideal candidate has experience in an industrial, construction, or yard setting, strong safety habits, and is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Equipment operator certification is a plus. The role is full-time with competitive pay starting at $16/hr, offering comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-paid health coverage.
The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the future of sustainable lumber with next-generation sawmill technology. We design and operate state-of-the-art modular sawmills that produce high-grade dimensional wood products with greater efficiency and less waste. Backed by leading investors including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Banter Capital, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.
We're hiring Equipment Operators to run the heavy equipment that keeps logs and lumber moving through our New Albany mill and yard. If you've run loaders or other heavy machinery and take pride in doing it safely, we want to talk to you.
What you'll do
Operate loaders, forklifts, and other yard equipment to move logs and lumber
Load and unload trucks, and keep the yard organized
Do daily inspections and routine checks on your equipment
Report mechanical issues or safety hazards right away
Work with production and yard crews to keep material flowing
What we're looking for
Experience running heavy equipment in an industrial, construction, or yard setting
Equipment operator certification is a plus
Strong safety habits and attention to detail
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
Dependable attendance, reliable transportation, and able to pass a background check
Schedule and pay: Full-time. Multiple shifts available, including days. We'll talk through what works for you during your interview. Starting pay $16+/hr. Training and certification provided.
Location: On site at our mill in New Albany, Mississippi.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:
100% employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents (medical, dental, and vision)
100% employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Paid time off and company holidays
The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry
Join our team as we modernize timber from forest to finished product.
The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
