Peeler Operator

Peeler Operator - Goodwater, Alabama

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.

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

• 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

• 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

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company-paid benefits including:
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Life insurance and AD&D policies
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
  401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled