EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

John A Biewer Co Inc; Georgia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

John A Biewer Co Inc is seeking an Equipment Operator I to operate a powered industrial truck for loading and unloading lumber materials in Newton, MS. This role requires maneuvering wide and complex loads through storage areas, machines, loading zones and rail cars.

Responsibilities include stacking lumber, moving stock to keep inventory accurate, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The position may involve other duties and shift work including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write and update routine reports, basic correspondence, and follow production specs.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Operate industrial equipment with mechanical aptitude.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Speak clearly and professionally to customers or employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load and unload lumber materials safely.
• Stack dimensional lumber and plywood in correct storage bays.
• Move stock to maintain accurate inventory and identify damages.
• Assist other departments such as splitting, stacking, tagging as needed.
• Perform lockout procedures and follow safety policies.
• Complete safety forms, checklists and permits as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and report incidents.
• Work indoors and outdoors; shift work may include nights and weekends.

Skills

Reading safety rules

Documentation writing

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA safety certification

Forklift certification

Job description

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

Full Time Manual Labor Newton, MS, US

Summary:

Operate a powered industrial truck to load and unload lumber materials, necessitating the skillful maneuvering of wide and complex loads through storage areas, machines, loading zones, and rail cars.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle material with a forklift to stack units of dimensional lumber and plywood safely in correct storage bays.

Load and unload materials from trucks and railcars with a forklift.

Locate and move stock of products to maintain accurate inventory.

Identify product damages and monitor quality of materials.

Work in other departments such as splitting, stacking, tagging, etc. as needed.

Perform lockout procedures as needed.

Follow all safety procedures and policies, work together with co-workers to ensure a safe working environment and report all accidents or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

Maintain a safe workplace and culture, and complete required safety forms, checklists and permits.

Sweep floors, pick up broken pieces of lumber, straps and shovel debris.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write and update routine reports, basic correspondence and follow production specifications.

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment.

Proven reliable attendance and punctuality.

Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization.

Education, Experience and Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

OSHA safety certification or forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery and mechanical equipment.

Exposure to bark, sawdust, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures (hot, cold, humid).

This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Work performed indoors and outdoors, including log yard and lumber yard areas.

Shift work may include nights, weekends, overtime, and extended hours during peak production.

Physical Demands:

Sit inside forklift or walk for extended periods (8-12-hour shifts).

Climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.

Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and use hand tools.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.

Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Commitment to safety and safe work practices.

Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required.

Summary:

Operate a powered industrial truck to load and unload lumber materials, necessitating the skillful maneuvering of wide and complex loads through storage areas, machines, loading zones, and rail cars.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle material with a forklift to stack units of dimensional lumber and plywood safely in correct storage bays.

Load and unload materials from trucks and railcars with a forklift.

Locate and move stock of products to maintain accurate inventory.

Identify product damages and monitor quality of materials.

Work in other departments such as splitting, stacking, tagging, etc. as needed.

Perform lockout procedures as needed.

Follow all safety procedures and policies, work together with co-workers to ensure a safe working environment and report all accidents or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

Maintain a safe workplace and culture, and complete required safety forms, checklists and permits.

Sweep floors, pick up broken pieces of lumber, straps and shovel debris.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write and update routine reports, basic correspondence and follow production specifications.

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment.

Proven reliable attendance and punctuality.

Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization.

Education, Experience and Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

OSHA safety certification or forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Work Environment:

Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery and mechanical equipment.

Exposure to bark, sawdust, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures (hot, cold, humid).

This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Work performed indoors and outdoors, including log yard and lumber yard areas.

Shift work may include nights, weekends, overtime, and extended hours during peak production.

Physical Demands:

Sit inside forklift or walk for extended periods (8-12-hour shifts).

Climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.

Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and use hand tools.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.

Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Commitment to safety and safe work practices.

Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required.

Day Shift: Monday - Friday; 5:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Night Shift: Monday - Friday; 5:30 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.