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Production Operator - Gurdon PlywoodGeorgia-Pacific is now hiring for a Production Operator for our Gurdon Plywood facility! We manufacture pine plywood panels and siding that are ideal for residential and light commercial construction like subflooring, wall and roof sheathing, and concrete formwork.Plywood is a strong, versatile product made by gluing together thin layers (veneers) of wood with the grain of each layer running in opposite directions. This cross-graining makes it stable, durable, and resistant to warping.Salary:$20.00 per hour$1.50 shift differential for night shiftYou will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the plant.Shift:Only candidates who are flexible to be assigned to work any shift will be considered.Candidates must be flexible and available to work first, second, or third shift as needed. This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends.Gurdon Plywood operates on a points-based attendance program.Orientation will be on day shift and you will start on your permanent shift after your orientation.Physical Location: 1 GP Lane Gurdon, Arkansas 71743What You Will Do:Pull and lift plywood, panels, or scraps that could be up to 25 pounds.Assemble veneer cores by layering sheets according to specified patterns and project requirements.Assist in clean up, operation, and maintenance of production equipment; including but not limited to: machine operation, and forklift operationAdhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures while proactively seeking out potential safety hazards, including wearing safety equipmentRead and comprehend written instructions as required to complete assigned tasksWork cooperatively and productively with supervisors, co-workers, and other associates to complete tasks, meet safety, production, and quality goalsCross train on various machines to increase operational knowledgeAbility to work any hours, to include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications):Prior experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry, mechanical, or construction environmentExperience using a smartphone, computer, or tabletWhat Will Put You Ahead:At least two (2) years or more of consistent experience in a manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry, mechanical, or construction environmentExperience driving and operating a forklift or other mobile equipment (i.e. bobcats, cranes, etc.Experience working in wood products (lumber, plywood, or timber industry)One (1) year of leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentPhysical Requirements:Walk on elevated catwalks over 15 feet high to perform daily dutiesWork in a non-climate-controlled mill, with dust, noise and temperatures that can be higher in the summer and lower in the winterPerform tasks such as lifting (50lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours/day
Worksite address
gurdon, AR, 71743, US
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