Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Heavy Equipment OperatorAmerican 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 Heavy Equipment role at our Circleville, OH facility.Job SummaryThe Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize the shipping and receiving of finished goods and materials.Essential ResponsibilitiesShipping/ReceivingOperate the mobile equipment (loader, Skid Steer, or yard truck) in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged and bulk materialLoad AWF and customer trailersComplete shipping and receiving paperworkQualityMaintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customersAssist in the design and implementation of new procedures as neededProductionOperate machinery that produces and packages productsOperate stretch wrapper by setting palletized bales on machine: starting, stopping, and cutting stretch wrap, then removing wrapped pallet to transfer to storageOtherAttend and participate in a monthly safety meetingEstablish personal growth and working relationship with fellow employees to further improvement and teamworkMaintain cleanliness of work station and related areasQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDAbility to lift up to 50lbs.Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoopExperience LevelManufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)Industrial Equipment: 1 year (Preferred)Packaging: 1 year (Preferred)Benefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceScheduleMonday - FridayFor 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 AWF is an EEO employer.