About this opportunity
American Wood Fibers, Inc. lists this Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift opportunity in circleville, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Wood Fibers
Overall Objective: Operates safely and efficiently to optimize the production and shipping of wood flour and shavings.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Reports To: Shift Supervisor
Responsibilities
Operates various mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner unloading various raw material trailers and providing raw materials to the operational systems.
Maintain mobile equipment as per the SOP (including blowdowns and routine service).
Responsible for accurate record keeping in moving material into and out of the raw room.
Supports the yardman as needed.
Assist with keeping plant organized and clean on a daily basis. Workstation and equipment cleanup are required daily and during production runs if needed.
Quality
Maintains and verifies that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel and customers.
Assist in implementation of new procedures as needed.
Safety
Operates equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided.
Keeps work area clean and organized.
Utilizes all of the required PPE for the task being performed.
This is a high dust environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation.
Help to keep others safe in the work place by looking out for them and participating in safety related improvements.
Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment.
Other Responsibilities
Availability to work on any assigned shift including scheduled overtime (including Sunday).
Establishes personal growth and works with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
Previous mobile equipment and/or forklift preferred
Physical Qualifications
Ability to work in extreme weather
Ability to wear PPE gear correctly
Ability to lift 25/50/80lbs regularly
Ability to respond quickly to sounds
Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule
Monday – Friday
7:00AM – 3:30 PM
Work Setting
In-person
Outdoor work
Warehouse
Work Location
On-site, one location – Circleville, OH
For consideration…
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.
Worksite address
circleville, OH, 43113, US
Who can apply
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