Green Veneer Production Associate - Days - Springfield Plywood

Swanson Group; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Swanson Group in Springfield, MA, is seeking an LPC Cleanup role to keep the plant clean and safe while meeting production levels. You will monitor quality, perform routine cleaning, and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced mill environment.

The position requires operating tools such as a chipper, saw, air hose, and forklift when needed, with emphasis on lockout/tagout, PPE use, and adherence to safety training. Training may include cross-training in related tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in plant cleaning and following safety procedures.
• Ability to use PPE and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Willingness to operate and maintain industrial tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean up sawdust, chips, veneer, bark with tools and equipment.
• Unplug jams and inspect conveyors and chippers.
• Report broken machinery and oil leaks to Supervisor.
• Operate the chipping system.
• Empty waste boxes into dumpsters and maintain catch basins.

Skills

Lockout/Tagout

PPE usage

Bobcat

Forklift

Safety training

Tools

Chipper

Saw

Air hose

Job description

Position Title: LPC Cleanup

Reports To: Green End Supervisor

Department: SPW Green End

Hours per shift: Days

Wage: Level 1

Position Purpose: To ensure that the plant site is kept clean and safe. To keep up with production levels, monitoring quality and working safely.

Position Functions:

Essential Functions*

• These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.
• Clean up sawdust, chips, Veneer, bark, Using shovel, broom, air hose, forklift, rake, wheelbarrow, conveyors, etc. May require moving small or broken logs infrequently. Requires repetitive use of hands, arms, upper body, back, legs. Worker will bend, twist, squat, push/pull (back legs) using waist, shoulders, arms, hands, and wrists to manipulate a variety of tools. Crawl under machinery occasionally. Climb ladders occasionally and stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Unplug jams and plugs in conveyor systems and chippers. This may involve climbing ladders.
• Report all broken machinery and oil leaks to Supervisor immediately.
• Operator the chipping system.
• Empty waste boxes into dumpsters. Maintain catch basins. Help with blowdown on a regular basis, as directed by Supervisor.

Non-Essential Functions*

• The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual job descriptions.
• Assist Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of machine.

Working Environment: (1) Inside 95% of the time. Outside 5% of the time; average temperature 60 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F. (2) Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Loaders. (3) Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (4) Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None.

Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Approved Footwear. (4) Gloves. (5) High Visibility Clothing. (When entering and exiting mill or while out on the floor)

Physical Demands: See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/ more than 35 lbs.

Skills: (1) Use broom, rake, shovel, air hose, picaroon, peevey, chainsaw, and Bobcat. (2) Use vision/hearing continuously. (3) Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc. (4) The worker generally works alone or with a partner with little supervision. Must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.

Safety Features: (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out). (4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training.

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Employee Name (print):

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Supervisor Signature: Date:

Job Title: LCP Cleanup

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ENDURANCE

• SITTING: X
• STANDING: X
• WALKING: X
• CHANGE POSITIONS: X

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box)

• LIFTING: 1-10 LBS – X
• LIFTING: 11-20 LBS – X
• LIFTING: 21-50 LBS – X
• LIFTING: 51-75 LBS – X
• LIFTING: 76-100 LBS – X
• LIFTING: >100 LBS – X
• Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 LBS
• If required, lifting over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices.
• CARRYING: 1-10 LBS – X
• CARRYING: 11-20 LBS – X
• CARRYING: 21-50 LBS – X
• CARRYING: 51-75 LBS – X
• CARRYING: 76-100 LBS – X
• CARRYING: >100 LBS – X
• Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-75 LBS
• If required, carrying over 75 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices.
• PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED: 1-10 LBS – X
• PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED: 11-20 LBS – X