Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

ADP, Inc.; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Wood Fibers (AWF) in Jessup, MD is seeking a Second Shift Heavy Equipment Operator to handle loading, packing, and shipping tasks. The loader operator will work safely and efficiently to maximize the movement of finished goods and materials.

The role requires operating loaders and related equipment, performing quality checks, and maintaining accurate paperwork. This position offers a tobacco-free environment and a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Shipping and receiving operations.
• Operate loader, skid steer, or yard truck safely. Load trailers with packaged and bulk material.
• Complete shipping and receiving paperwork accurately.
• Maintain quality assurance as directed and communicate issues to supervisors and colleagues.
• Assist in designing and implementing new procedures as needed.
• Operate machinery that produces and packages products.
• Operate stretch wrapper: set pallets, start/stop wrap, remove wrapped pallet for storage.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and contribute to teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness of work station and surrounding areas.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Physical flexibility

Valid Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

Full Time Manual Labor Jessup, MD, US

Second Shift Heavy Equipment Operator

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the Second Shift Heavy Equipment Operator role in the Jessup, MD plant.

JOB SUMMARY

The Loader Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize the shipping and receiving of finished goods and materials.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• SHIPPING/RECEIVING
• Operate the mobile equipment (loader, Skid Steer, or yard truck) in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged and bulk material
• Load AWF and customer trailers
• Complete shipping and receiving paperwork
• QUALITY
• Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers
• Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
• PRODUCTION
• Operate machinery that produces and packages products
• Operate stretch wrapper by setting palletized bales on machine: starting, stopping, and cutting stretch wrap, then removing wrapped pallet to transfer to storage
• OTHER
• Attend and participate in a monthly safety meeting
• Establish personal growth and working relationship with fellow employees to further improvement and teamwork
• Maintain cleanliness of work station and related areas

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
• Valid Drivers License REQUIRED

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Industrial Equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
• Packaging: 1 year (Preferred)

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

• Monday - Thursday
• 3:00PM - 1:30AM

COMPENSATION

• $16.50 - $19.50

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k).

For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax [phone]

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC