Peeler Operator

We are seeking a qualified Peeler Operator for our utility pole operations in Goodwater, Alabama
. This role operates the pole shaver and related system components in a productive, efficient and safe manner.

• Processes barkie poles through shaving machine, clean bark removal and smooth shaves poles
• Maintains shaver system equipment including daily service of parts, grease, inspect, and cleaning
• Changes and maintains cutter parts, properly sets and calibrates knives for optimum efficiency
• Secures operating systems by established start-up and shut-down procedures
• Documents and reports quality, mechanical and operations production to the supervisor
• Assists in maintenance and repair of system equipment as required
• Assists in receipt of inbound materials, tally and marks loads, and records information
• Assists in inspection and reclassification of round stock as required
• Assists in loading and unloading of products, sets dunnage, loads trucks, rail cars and bands loads
• Assists in cutting, loading and shipment of salvage logs and firewood
• Communicates production quality concerns with appropriate individuals
• Participates and contributes to company safety program
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience:
  
  Scaling experience and peeler experience is helpful; experience with minor mechanical repairs, hydraulics, and electrical preferred
• License/Certification:
  Mobile Equipment certification preferred

• Good eye/hand coordination
• Good paperwork skills
• Keeps an organized work area
• Able to diagnose and trouble shoot potential issues
• Knowledge of ANSI standards preferred
• Knowledge of grading, defect, species