Production Operator (Lewiston) - $500 Sign On Bonus

About the role

The Production Operator is responsible for operating machinery and equipment to process logs into lumber and other wood products. This role requires attention to safety, efficiency, and quality control while performing various tasks and maintaining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations, and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned.
• Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience.
• Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery, and workstations.
• Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned.
• Maintain acceptable production levels.
• Duties vary by location.

Requirements

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work various shifts, days, and overtime as needed.
• Capable of following instructions and communicating effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Must possess an attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Previous experience in a manufacturing or mill environment.
• Preferred: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs.
• Bend at waist – occasional
• Twist upper body – occasional
• Stoop – occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – frequent for clerical duties
• Stand/walk – occasional
• Sit – frequent
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

Work Environment

• Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, and airborne particles (sawdust).

Pay

Starting wage is $24.59 per hour with a $500 sign-on bonus.