Log Yard Operator - 2nd Shift
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Manufacturing / Production
Forklift Operator, Material Handler, Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
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Log Yard Operator - 2nd ShiftPackaging/Utility Jamestown Jamestown, CA, US
3 days ago Requisition
American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the Second
Shift Log Yard Operator role in our Jamestown, CA facility.
Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:
- PRODUCTION
- Work closely with other shavers to keep production of wood shavings on track to meet shift goals
- Must keep shavers operational and at their best efficiency at all times – includes filling up the shaver boxes, monitoring equipment, and effectively moving logs around the log yard
- Cut logs to specifications and maintain an orderly yard for inventory counts
- Evaluate logs before unloading from freight shipments
- Monitor the quality of the shavings being produced.
- Uphold and obey all warnings and safety precautions used in the plant
- LOADER/KNUCKLE BOOM/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
- Safely operate industrial equipment including: articulated wheel loader, knuckle boom, and skid steer
- Clean and maintain the machine with regular greasing and cleaning of all necessary systems
- Coordinate with truck drivers in the yard to maintain a path in and out of the plant, while keeping everyone safe and out of harm’s way
- Responsible for the movement of wood – logs throughout the log yard
- Must be able to safely operate around people and other machinery
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions
- SAFETY
- Participates in monthly safety meetings.
- Uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Participates in necessary training sessions and achieves satisfactory results on required tests.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License (Required)
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
- Previous mobile equipment, forklift, required
EXPERIENCE
COMPENSATION
$20.00 - $26.00/hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- 8-hour shift
- Day Shift
- Overtime-eligible
LOCATION
- On-site, one location – Jamestown, CA
Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site . AWF is an EEO employer.
Corporate Office
Columbia, MD 21046
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Other Locations
Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC
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