Lumber Plant Team Member

Job Title

Join our four-person team where you'll safely operate equipment, manage inventory, and help keep wood treating and shipping running smoothly while meeting daily production goals.

Job Overview

This is a full-time position. Generally, the work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 5:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., and may include some Saturdays. Weekly work schedules are shared in advance and can range from 40 to 60 hours per work week. Occasional travel to Muscle Shoals for training and company events is required.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Treating Plant Operations:

• Identify, tag, pull pieces, package, and bundle lumber and non-lumber items per order notes.
• Half pack and repackage lumber.
• Complete daily paperwork and basic computer tasks using Microsoft Office programs.
• Communicate equipment, product, or workflow issues to the RWP Plant Manager.
• Operate forklift to load and unload treating plant tram.
• Operate forklift to move lumber and other materials throughout the plant and property.
• Perform other duties assigned by the RWP Plant Manager.

Shipping & Receiving:

• Operate forklift to load and unload trailers safely and efficiently.
• Check inbound and outbound loads for accuracy and safety.
• Follow shipping and receiving schedules and keep records updated.
• Operate company-owned and leased trucks to move, place, weigh, and transport trailers.
• Complete trailer inspections according to DOT regulations before moving dollied trailers.

Safety:

• Arrive on time and follow all company policies in the Employee Handbook.
• Attend daily pre-shift meetings.
• Operate equipment and machinery according to company, OSHA, DOT, and product safety standards.
• Maintain and protect company equipment and property.
• Report maintenance needs, damaged equipment, and safety concerns.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Valid driver's license
• Forklift experience with UTD certification or the ability to demonstrate safe handling of forklifts in an on-site test.

Preferred:

• Warehouse and/or manufacturing experience preferred.

About RWP & UTD

Ringgold Wood Preserving, LLC (RWP) is a lumber treating plant in Ringgold, Georgia. This company is owned by UTD. United Treating & Distribution, LLC (UTD) is a leading supplier of pressure treated and untreated lumber, as well as specialty building products. Grounded in our Christian values, we are committed to integrity, excellence, and service. With a strong reputation in the industry, we aim to build long-term relationships by treating others the way we want to be treated.

For questions, contact Cassidy in HR, View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The duties listed above are an overview of the work to be performed. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

United Treating & Distribution, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.