Utility Machine Operator

Burton Mill Solutions is a proud division of Wood Technologies International (WTI).

In 2021, Burton Mill Solutions and USNR merged to form WTI.

In doing so, Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates have become the world’s most comprehensive supplier of modern lumber processing equipment, technology, and essential tooling which has allowed us to provider an unprecedented range of wood processing technology and technical expertise, including saws and knives, machinery and automation, process engineering, and mill flow. 

Employees are the foundation of our Company’s success going back 100+ years.

We are committed to continuous improvement and learning, exceptional quality, connecting with our customers, and good relationships with our employees.    

We are seeking a Utility Machine Operator to join our team of talented people to help continue our tradition of innovation and market leadership.

This position works out of our facility in Quitman, GA. Come and grow with us!   

Our machine operators expertly use advanced machines and tools to cut, sharpen and grind steel to perfection, transforming raw steel into the razor-sharp edges that power our industry.

Starting pay for this position is $21.00 per hour.

How you will make a positive impact:


* Flexible to work across various machines and departments: Heat Treat, CNC, Grinding, and Saw



* Set up saw and grinding machines and change tooling or saw blades to grind/cut steel


* Support Heat Treat in loading and unloading ovens and other production-related tasks


* Support CNC department in production-related tasks


* Use specialized saws or hand tool


* Use calipers and micrometers, must understand fractions and decimals


* Read industrial knife blueprints


* Perform quality checks


* Complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPCs) for all assignments


* Forklift Certified (or able to become certified)


* Load and unload steel from machines


* Add coolant and empty swarf


* General cleaning of machines and area


* Work with a high sense of urgency


* Wear all required PPE


* May be required to provide support and training to others


* Active participation in Lean and Safety Training


* Must cross-train to other positions as requested


* Other duties as assigned.

The value you bring:


* Technology:
+ Must accurately input data into ERP System
+ Microsoft: Teams and email


* Able to work with people to troubleshoot problems


* Able to accomplish daily work requirements to meet customer demands


* Must be able to speak and read English


* Must be able to do basic math


* Must be able to lift 50 pounds alone


* Must have high school diploma or equivalent

Burton Mill Solutions is pleased to offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:  


* Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of t...