About this opportunity
American Wood Fibers, Inc. lists this Packaging Machine Operator -2nd Shift opportunity in laurinburg, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Shift Packaging Machine OperatorAmerican 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 400+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize hands-on production and shipping of wood shavings.Essential ResponsibilitiesSafetyAttend monthly safety meetingsWear PPE as requiredAttend trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient resultsProductionOperate equipment in a safe and efficient manner producing packaged materials for AWF customersConfers with shift supervisor and follows through with assigned work dutiesAssist with cleaning up work areaPlace an empty bag on the fill tube, seal, place in master pack, and hand palletize (up to 40 lbs.)Outdoor ActivitiesPerform outside duties to include sweeping, picking up debris, watering flowers and shrubbery, shoveling snow, and deicing walkways as requiredQualityMaintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicatedQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoopPrevious mobile equipment and/or forklift preferredPhysical QualificationsAbility to lift up to 40 lbs. regularlyAbility to respond quickly to soundsAbility to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spacesAbility to see and respond to dangerous situationsAbility to work in extreme weatherBe able to climb stairs and/or ladder to the stacking station areasAbility to wear personal protective gear correctlyCandidate MUST be able to work in a smoke-free environmentExperienceManufacturing: 1 Year (Preferred)Benefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceScheduleSunday -Thursday, & SaturdayOvertime-eligible
Worksite address
laurinburg, NC, 28352, US
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