Kiln​/Lift Operator; Warrenton, GA

Job Summary

Title: Kilns/Lift Operator II
Location: Warrenton, GA 30828

Salary: $21.50 to $28/hr depending on experience. Compensation may increase 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 pattern: 3 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off, 3 nights on, 3 days off, 3 nights on, 3 days off, repeating.

Physical

Location:

331 Thomson Hwy, Warrenton, GA 30828

• Knowledge and understanding of the kiln alarm system and ability to react appropriately.
• Control of process parameters (tank levels, temperatures, flows, moisture readings, etc.).
• Use a computer to control burners and kilns safely while ensuring proper drying of quality product.
• Troubleshoot complex problems within the machine center.
• Make critical decisions regarding burner operations and effective drying processes.
• Perform all planned maintenance and correct issues with precision and accuracy at the machine center.
• Work additional days or stay late on maintenance days when needed with short notice to perform tasks at the machine center.
• Transport, store, and feed in‑process lumber with a multi‑ton forklift (Taylor).
• Ensure work area is neat and organized.
• Operate a forklift 100% outside in a climate‑controlled environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Minimum 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.
• Minimum 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.

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating a dry kiln, either burner or boiler.
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating a multi‑ton forklift or other related heavy equipment.
• Experience with rigging equipment and the ability to identify load weight to select appropriate rigging equipment.

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement.
• Paid vacation/time off, educational assistance.
• Possible infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance dependent on eligibility.
• Benefits plan details vary by geographic region and are subject to applicable policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.