Tipple Operator

About the role

Hood Industries, Inc. is a blend of wood manufacturing and distribution concerns that include plywood and lumber manufacturing plants and twenty-three specialty wood product distribution operations. We are seeking a Tipple Operator for our sawmill located in Waynesboro, MS.

Responsibilities

• Operate tipple chain conveyor to move presorted lumber from holding racks to stacking platform.
• Move control buttons to align tipple with holding racks, which holds requested lumber.
• Pull levers to release stops at ends of holding racks allowing lumber to move down to tipple conveyor chain, which transfers lumber to stacking platform.
• Straighten lumber as it moves on conveyor to prevent jams.
• Troubleshoot equipment and notify maintenance personnel of any issues.
• Perform basic care and preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Monitor gauges and surroundings to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Clean and maintain industrial equipment including workstations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) months of work experience in an industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, carpentry, construction, or production environment.
• Ability to understand, clearly communicate, and follow all safety rules and policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to make decisions quickly utilizing hand, eye, and foot coordination.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Perform tasks such as walking, climbing steps/ladders, sitting, and standing for long periods.
• Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Ability to work outside in all conditions, in and around loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. throughout the work shift.

Pay

$19.34 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Cancer, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance.
• Flexible spending account.

Benefits are available the first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.