Kiln​/Lift Operator; Warrenton, GA

Job Title

Georgia-Pacific Kilns/Lift Operator II – Warrenton, GA

• Starting pay $21.50 to $28 per hour, depending on experience.
• Compensation may increase based on skills and performance.

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

Work schedule:

3 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off, 3 days of night shift, 3 days off, 3 nights on, 3 days off, repeating.

331 Thomson Hwy, Warrenton, GA 30828

Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of lumber for our valued customers.

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

• Minimum six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, industrial, construction, farming, warehouse, or military environments OR completion of training in a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 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.

• Minimum one (1) year experience operating a dry kiln, either burner or boiler.
• One (1) year 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.

We provide medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

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. Please see the E‑Verify information.