What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finger Joint Operator position at Mercer International Inc.?
Company Description
Who we are. At Mercer Mass Timber we are exceptional people making mass timber for a more sustainable world. We are North America’s largest Mass Timber Manufacturer, with facilities in Penticton, British Columbia, Spokane Valley, WA, and Conway, Arkansas with a combined annual production capacity of over 255,000 cubic metres of mass timber. MMT is part of Mercer International, a leading forest products company who is one of the world’s largest market pulp producers and operates the world’s largest sawmill. Mercer has operations in Canada, Germany, United States and Australia.
What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.
Position Description
Reporting to the Finger Joint Supervisor, the Finger Joint Operator is responsible for the efficient operation of machinery within the Finger Joint Line to support high-quality lumber production. This role plays a key part in maintaining consistent product standards, minimizing equipment downtime, and ensuring safe, steady production flow.
This position reports to the Mercer Conway, Inc. facility, located at 1800 Sturgis Rd – Conway, AR 72034.
Responsibilities
We look forward to receiving your resume with a cover letter by email to careers.mmt@mercerint.com. Please include your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject line. The competition will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. Please note that relocation assistance will not be available.
We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.
Who we are. At Mercer Mass Timber we are exceptional people making mass timber for a more sustainable world. We are North America’s largest Mass Timber Manufacturer, with facilities in Penticton, British Columbia, Spokane Valley, WA, and Conway, Arkansas with a combined annual production capacity of over 255,000 cubic metres of mass timber. MMT is part of Mercer International, a leading forest products company who is one of the world’s largest market pulp producers and operates the world’s largest sawmill. Mercer has operations in Canada, Germany, United States and Australia.
What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.
Position Description
Reporting to the Finger Joint Supervisor, the Finger Joint Operator is responsible for the efficient operation of machinery within the Finger Joint Line to support high-quality lumber production. This role plays a key part in maintaining consistent product standards, minimizing equipment downtime, and ensuring safe, steady production flow.
This position reports to the Mercer Conway, Inc. facility, located at 1800 Sturgis Rd – Conway, AR 72034.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain equipment including the lamella planer and profile cutter heads located in the Finger Joint Line area, ensuring safe and efficient operation
- Collaborate with the Finger Joint Supervisor and Area Team Lead to support production flow, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate supply needs
- Perform all tasks in accordance with safety procedures, demonstrating full understanding of lockout/tagout protocols, safety switches, and emergency stop systems
- Learn and operate required software systems such as System TM, FlowMate, Google Suite, and Windows-based platforms
- Conduct quality checks on lumber before and after planning to ensure compliance with standards
- Keep work areas clean and organized to support safety and efficiency
- Remain on feet (walking/standing) for the duration of the shift
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Prior experience as a machine operator (preferred)
- Working knowledge of machinery operation and basic maintenance
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on product quality
- Problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address operational issues
- Willingness and ability to learn new processes, software, and equipment
- Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
We look forward to receiving your resume with a cover letter by email to careers.mmt@mercerint.com. Please include your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject line. The competition will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. Please note that relocation assistance will not be available.
We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.