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Hartzell Fan, Inc.; Kirksville (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartzell Fan, Inc. in Kirksville, Missouri is seeking an operational worker for the lumber yard. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and excellent teamwork and communication skills. Responsibilities include stacking lumber, assisting in banding operations, and performing maintenance tasks. Physical demands include standing 9-10 hours and lifting materials weighing 5-25 lbs regularly. A forklift license is a plus, and safety procedures must be followed around heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Forklift license is a plus.
• Ability to stand for 9-10 hours a day.
• Frequent lifting of materials weighing 5-25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Stack lumber according to species, grade, and length.
• Assist in banding operations.
• Perform maintenance tasks including cleaning and painting.
• Follow all safety policies while operating heavy machinery.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Positive attitude

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaw

Bander

Band cutters

Stapler

Job description

Basic Function

Performs a variety of operations in various areas to support the manufacturing operations of the lumber yard.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

1. Stacks lumber in pile down according to specie, grade and length by reading markings on board, following verbal instructions, or tag/orders.
2. Works at fast pace.
3. Assists in banding operations.
4. Assists maintenance department with painting, cleaning of machines, floors, yard work, etc.
5. Follows all safety policies and practices while working around heavy machinery including the lumber handling machine and forklifts.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Previous experience with Chain saw, bander, band cutters, stapler are a plus
• Physical demands
• Stands 9-10 hours per day.
• Frequently lifts, 40-70% of normal work day, material weighing 5-25 lbs.
• Occasionally, up to 15% of normal workday, lifts material weighing over 60 lbs.
• Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Inside and outside conditions, cold and hot temperature changes, wet, humid, noise, vibration, hazards, fumes, odors, dust
• Physical and Visual Activities: Standing, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, balancing, feeling, hearing.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Forklift license a plus