Pellet Mill / Systems Operator - 3rd Shift

3rd Shift Pellet Mill / Systems 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 3rd Shift Pellet Mill / Systems Operator role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.

The Systems Operator will operate, set up, and adjust all machines and equipment in a computer-controlled manufacturing system.

Essential Responsibilities

Systems Operations

• Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system and to ensure conformance to production and quality standards
• Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions
• Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel
• Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met
• Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings
• Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality

Quality

• Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers.
• Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed

Safety

• Operate equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Utilize all of the required PPE as required by the task being performed. This is a HIGH DUST environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation
• Help keep others safe in the workplace by looking out for them and participating in safety-related improvements
• Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment
• Report any accident, injury, and/or damages to Supervisor immediately

Other Activities

• Available to work on any assigned shift including scheduled overtime
• Establish personal growth and work with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25-50lbs regularly
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds
• Ability to move safety over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
• Ability to work in extreme weather
• Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly

Qualifications

1-3 years of Operating Experience

Benefits

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

Schedule

• Sunday - Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Setting

• In-person
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse