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Log Yard Operator - 1st Shift in Jamestown, California at American Wood Fibers, Inc

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00/hrJob Function: Accounting/Finance
American Wood Fibers, Inc
Jamestown, California, 95327, United States
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Job Description

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 1st 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 goalsMust 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 yardCut logs to specifications and maintain an orderly yard for inventory countsEvaluate logs before unloading from freight shipmentsMonitor 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 steerClean and maintain the machine with regular greasing and cleaning of all necessary systemsCoordinate 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 wayResponsible for the movement of wood – logs throughout the log yardMust be able to safely operate around people and other machineryMust 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 GEDValid Driver’s License (Required)

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Ability to lift up to 50lbs.Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoopPrevious mobile equipment, forklift, required


EXPERIENCE

Industrial Machine Operating: 1 Year (Preferred)


COMPENSATION

Starting: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour


BENEFITS

    401(k)
    401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insurance

SCHEDULE

    8-hour shiftDay ShiftOvertime-eligible

LOCATION

    On-site, one location – Jamestown, CA

For consideration…

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 www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.


Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660


Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

Visit us at: www.awf.com

Job Location

Jamestown, California, 95327, United States

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