Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

First Shift - Heavy Equipment Operator

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 First Shift Heavy Equipment Operator role in the Jamestown, CA   plant.

JOB SUMMARY

The Loader Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize the shipping and receiving of finished goods and materials.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• SHIPPING/RECEIVING
• Operate the mobile equipment (loader, Skid Steer, or yard truck) in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged and bulk material
• Load AWF and customer trailers
• Complete shipping and receiving paperwork
• QUALITY
• Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers
• Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
• PRODUCTION
• Operate machinery that produces and packages products
• Operate stretch wrapper by setting palletized bales on machine: starting, stopping, and cutting stretch wrap, then removing wrapped pallet to transfer to storage
• OTHER
• Attend and participate in a monthly safety meeting
• Establish personal growth and working relationship with fellow employees to further improvement and teamwork
• Maintain cleanliness of work station and related areas

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
• Valid Drivers License REQUIRED

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Industrial Equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
• Packaging: 1 year (Preferred)

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

• 8-hour shift
• Night shift (10:30pm - 7:00am)
• Overtime-eligible