Boiler / Dry Kiln Helper

Mullican Flooring; Town of Holland (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with prescription

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Mullican Flooring is seeking an entry level Boiler/Dry Kiln Helper to assist boiler/kiln operators and tend the boiler to dry lumber. The role involves rounds, area clean-up, and safety compliance with potential growth into a Boiler/Kiln Operator.

This full-time, 3rd shift position offers health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and holidays, with final compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Entry level position with willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machines are working properly
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Solid decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Hourly rounds/walk throughs throughout the mill.
• Responsible for cleaning up the boiler area and reporting any potential dangers.
• Assist boiler operator as needed
• Complete daily reports as required
• Understand and follow safety regulations and procedures

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math

Job description

Mullican Flooring is seeking highly a motivated individual that wants a long-term career in hardwood flooring manufacturing. We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated and has a willingness to learn and grow within our Company.

This is an entry level position that consists of assisting our boiler/kiln operators with operating and tending to our boiler to dry lumber, providing plant security, and fire watch. The Boiler/Dry Kiln Helper is someone with little to no experience that has initiative and a willingness to gain knowledge of the standard operating procedures to potentially become an experienced Boiler/Kiln Operator. Our wood-fired boiler is a water-containing vessel that generates steam. The steam is then transferred to the lumber kilns to dry the lumber.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

• Hourly rounds/walk throughs throughout the mill.
• Responsible for cleaning up the boiler area and reporting of any potential dangers.
• Assist boiler operator as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
  Requirements:
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays according to schedule
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Perform a variety of duties which may often change
• Evaluate information using measurable standards
• Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to complete daily reports as required
• Understand basic mathematical skills
• Understand basic machine components and operation
• Solid decision-making skills

Safety:

• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required
• Do not enter restricted areas
• Report immediately to supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
• Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
• Use proper lifting techniques by pushing, pulling, and lifting with your legs and not your back
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company

We offer the following benefits:

• Anticipated Minimum - Maximum Salary - $18.25 - $19/hour*
• Full Time - 3rd Shift
• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacations and 9 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

*The listed pay range reflects our anticipated hiring range. Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.*