Green Veneer Utility Level 2/3 - Springfield Plywood

Swanson Group

Springfield (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Swanson Group in Oregon is seeking a Green End Utility to support safe, efficient veneer production. You will assist forklift operations, help load/unload and perform plant cleanup, with rotation across machine centers as needed.

Working shifts include day, swing, and graveyard; wage level is 2/3. This role demands readiness to operate centers safely, follow lockout procedures, and participate in cross-training to facilitate production.

Qualifications

Must perform ADA essential functions as part of the role.
Essential tasks include loading/unloading veneer and coordinating breaks.
Must follow safety procedures and machine lockout protocols.
Cross-train to support multiple machine centers as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist forklift driver on breaks and transport veneer to yard.
Off-load stacker outfeed and load composers and banding station.
Perform general veneer plant cleanup per supervisor instruction.
Coordinate break rotations and operate machine centers safely.
Clear jams and assist operators; use various hand tools as needed.
Perform basic maintenance and aid millwrights when required.
Fill in for operators and rotate to other positions for training.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Reading ability

Speech skills

Self-directed

Organizational skills

Decision making

Job description

Position Title: Green End Utility

Reports To: Green Veneer Supervisor

Department: Green End

Hours per shift: Employee works 8-hour shifts, with two 10-minute breaks, and 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Day: 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Swing: 3:00 P.M. to 11:30 P.M. Graveyard: 11:00 P.M. to 7:30 A.M.

Wage: Level 2/3

Position Purpose: Utility is required to perform several different jobs to assist with the safe, efficient and clean manufacturing of green veneer.

Position Functions

Green End Utility: Essential Functions*
These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.
Help forklift driver on breaks and transporting green veneer to the veneer yard, off-loading the stacker outfeed and loading the composers and banding station.
Perform general veneer plant cleanup as directed by supervisor.
Responsible for coordinating break rotations and is required to operate all machine centers safely.
Clear jam ups at each machine center. Utility will be called on to assist operators when jam ups occur. Utilities will use multiple different hand tools depending on situation that arises. Some tools include but are not limited to: Pipe poles, picaroons, pole saw, overhead hoists and chainsaws.
Perform basic maintenance on machine and assist millwrights with repairs as needed.
Fill in for operators of all machine centers as needed.
Breaking of other dryer employees and rotation to different positions for cross-training purposes or to facilitate production as designated by the supervisor. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual Job Descriptions.
Non-Essential Functions
These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.
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 85%, outside 15%, average temperature 60 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F. (2) Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machines being operated as well as other machines close by including forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Fumes: Wet wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wet wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None.

Personal Protective Equipment Required

Eye Protection.
Hearing Protection.
Blue Atlas gloves when feeding re-dry veneer.
Approved Footwear.

Physical Demands

See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs.

Skills

Must have excellent hand eye coordination. Use vision/hearing continuously. Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc. Worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task. Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Safety

Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery.
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.
Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out).
Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection).
Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver).
Will be required to read and write during safety training.

ENDURANCE

Never/Not Required

Seldom

1-5%

Occasionally

6-33%

Frequently

34-66%

Frequently

34-66%

Continuous

67-100%

Total hours at one time

Total hours in a workday

SITTING

STANDING

WALKING

CHANGE POSITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box)

LIFTING

Never/Not Required
Seldom: 1-5%
Occasionally: 6-33%
Frequently: 34-66%
Continuous: 67-100%
1-10 LBS: 10 LBS
11-20 LBS: 20 LBS
21-50 LBS: 50 LBS
51-75 LBS: 75 LBS
76-100 LBS: 100 LBS
>100 LBS: > 100 LBS
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

Never/Not Required
Seldom: 1-5%
Occasionally: 6-33%
Frequently: 34-66%
Continuous: 67-100%
1-10 LBS: 10 LBS
11-20 LBS: 20 LBS
21-50 LBS: 50 LBS
51-75 LBS: 75 LBS
76-100 LBS: 100 LBS
>100 LBS: > 100 LBS
Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-50 LBS
If required, carrying over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices.

PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED

Never/Not Required
Seldom: 1-5%
Occasionally: 6-33%
Frequently: 34-66%
Continuous: 67-100%
1-10 LBS: 10 LBS
11-20 LBS: 20 LBS
21-50 LBS: 50 LBS
51-75 LBS: 75 LBS
76-100 LBS: 100 LBS
>100 LBS: > 100 LBS
Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 75 Lbs. Distance: 4’
Type of surface (i.e. level, carpet, incline): Level / Incline

OTHER

Never/Not Required
Seldom: 1-5%
Occasionally: 6-33%
Frequently: 34-66%
Continuous: 67-100%

BEND/STOOP

TWIST

CROUCH/SQUAT

KNEEL

CRAWL

WALK-LEVEL SURFACE

WALK-UNEVEN SURFACE

CLIMB STEPS

CLIMB LADDER

WORK AT HEIGHTS

REACH AT OR ABOVE SHOULDER

REACH BELOW SHOULDER

USE OF ARMS

USE OF WRISTS

USE OF HANDS

GRASPING/SQUEEZING

OPERATE FOOT CONTROLS

ENVIRONMENT

INSIDE: 85%
OUTSIDE: 15%
TEMPERATURE EXTREMES: YES
VIBRATION: NO
WORKS ON OR AROUND MOVING MACHINARY OR MECHANICAL PARTS: YES

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

BOOTS: YES
HARDHAT: NO
GLOVES: YES
EYE PROTECTION: YES
HEARING PROTECTION: YES
OTHER?

The information provided in this job description, including strength and physical requirements, is based on observation of the job and is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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Employee Name (print):

Employee Signature: Date:

Employer Representative Sign

Supervisor Name (print):

Supervisor Signature: Date:

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