EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

A&K Designs, Inc; Seneca (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Biewer Lumber, Seneca, IL, seeks an Equipment Operator I to join a safety‑driven manufacturing team. You will handle forklifts for loading/unloading lumber, stack materials accurately, and help keep inventory organized in a fast-paced setting.

Qualification emphasizes a high school diploma, willingness to obtain OSHA or forklift certification, reliable attendance, and the ability to work indoors and outdoors with seasonal temperature changes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• OSHA safety certification or forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to operate industrial equipment and follow safety rules.
• Read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and procedures.
• Proven reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate a powered industrial truck to load and unload lumber materials.
• Stack units safely in correct storage bays and move stock to maintain inventory.
• Load/unload materials from trucks and railcars with a forklift.
• Identify product damages and monitor material quality.
• Follow safety procedures and report accidents or unsafe conditions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Reading comprehension

Communication

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

Full Time Manual Labor Seneca, IL, US

At Biewer Lumber, we take pride in producing high-quality fire retardant treated wood and micronized copper azole treated wood products that help build stronger, safer structures across the lumber industry. Our team is driven by safety, trust, quality, and hard work, creating a fast-paced manufacturing environment where employees can grow their skills and make a meaningful impact. Join a company with a strong reputation in the wood products industry and become part of a team committed to excellence from production to delivery.

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.

Physical Demands:

Cab 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.

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.