Kiln​/Lift Operator; Warrenton, GA

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Kilns/Lift Operator II to join our Lumber facility in Warrenton, GA
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• Our starting pay is at $21.50 to $28/hr. depending on experience.
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.

Shift

Hours:

6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.

Work 3 days, off 3 days, work 3 days, off 3 days, work 3 nights, off 3 days, work 3 nights, off 3 days, repeat.

• Knowledge and understanding of the kiln alarm system and be able to react appropriately.
• The ability to control a process (i.e., tank levels, temperatures, flows, moisture readings, etc.)
• Using a computer to control burners and kilns safely while properly drying a quality product.
• Troubleshooting complex problems within the machine center.
• Making critical decisions around burner operations and effective drying processes.
• Performing all PM’s and correct issues with precision and accuracy on machine center.
• Potentially work additional days or stay late on maintenance days when needed with short notice to perform tasks at machine center.
• Transport, store, and feed in-process lumber with multi-ton forklift (Taylor)
• Ensuring work area is neat and organized.
• Forklift operating 100% outside in a climate-controlled environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• A minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, farming, warehouse, or military environment OR completion of training/schooling in a related technical discipline.
• A minimum of six (6) months of experience operating a forklift, backhoe, front end loader, or skid steer.
• Experience reading and comprehending written instructions as required to complete assigned tasks.

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience operating a dry kiln, either burner or boiler.
• One (1) year of experience operating a multi-ton forklift or other related heavy equipment.
• Experience with rigging equipment and knowing how to identify the load weight to understand what rigging equipment is needed.

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