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Production Machine Operator- Hands on Training!
full-time•Wentworth
About this role
General Description:
The Production Machine Operator shall work to ensure all actions reflect the company culture work meets or exceeds company standards, and values and working environment reflects that as outlined by the Mill Manager. The Production Machine Operator will operate in a way that is efficient and productive while supporting the safety mission and standards as outlined at Kennebec Lumber Company.
Responsibilities:
- Operate designated machine per SOP guidelines.
- Operate lug loaders and position lumber to optimize machine efficiency.
- Overseeing machine operation and flow of various lumber handling systems
- Operating Automatic Lumber Stacker and fixing Tags onto finished packs of lumber
- Strapping packs/bundles of lumber with a strapping device
- Maintaining facility in a clean professional condition
- Maintain good working relationships with all co-workers and management and follow up as needed on recommendations and /or citations.
- Participate, Motivate, Support, and Implement on site safety practices and culture.
- Other Duties as Assigned
Safety Requirements:
Safety First – Personal Protective Equipment
- Steel or Safety Toe footwear is required in all areas.
- Gloves required in designated areas – per task.
- Hearing Protection required in all areas (Exception being inside the cab of outside machine forklifts).
- Eye Protection required in all areas
- Report all near misses and unsafe acts to immediate supervisor.
- Pedestrian awareness at all times.
- Florescent vests and hard hats are required for all outside activity (Exception, pedestrian travel from one building to another).
- Never walk through any overhead door that is controlled remotely (Always use access door next to overhead).
- Familiarize yourself with the various work areas. Learn how to operate the conveyor belts and the emergency stop buttons.
- Familiarize yourself with the various possible pinch points that are in your area.
Physical Requirements:
- Bend, stretch & twist multiple times daily.
- Moderate to Heavy wrist / hand repetitions.
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to work swiftly and accurately.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to push & pull up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to climb and ascend and descend stairs frequently.
- No allergies to sawdust, particles in the air (respiratory concerns).
- Ability to work in all weather conditions (below 0 degrees temps to over 90-degree temps).
What you'll do
- The Production Machine Operator is responsible for operating designated machines according to SOP guidelines and overseeing the flow of lumber handling systems. They will also maintain a clean facility and support on-site safety practices.
About Kennebec Lumber Co
Kennebec Lumber is one of the largest Wholesale Lumber producers in the Northeastern United States. Specializing in Eastern White Pine & Hardwood Products.
Export Lumber - Container Loading Available
We offer Rip-To-Width and Cut-To-Length programs dependent on the customer need. Our team is committed to quality control and is dedicated to sustainable business practices.
Our efficient manufacturing systems provide better recovery and less waste. To minimize our environmental impact and provide consistent products that can be relied upon is a key part of our past, present, and future ethical approach to doing business.
Contact Us: (207) 643-2110 or [email protected]
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What does a Production Machine Operator- Hands on Training! do at Kennebec Lumber Co?
As a Production Machine Operator- Hands on Training! at Kennebec Lumber Co, you will: the Production Machine Operator is responsible for operating designated machines according to SOP guidelines and overseeing the flow of lumber handling systems. They will also maintain a clean facility and support on-site safety practices..
Is the Production Machine Operator- Hands on Training! position at Kennebec Lumber Co remote?
The Production Machine Operator- Hands on Training! position at Kennebec Lumber Co is based in Wentworth, New Hampshire, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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