Kiln & Forklift Operator - Dry Kiln Expert

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC in Albany, GA is hiring a Kilns/Lift Operator to support our Lumber facility. Starting pay is $22/hour, with potential increases based on skills and contribution to overall mill performance.

Daily duties include kiln alarm monitoring, process control, and safe operation of burners and kilns to ensure quality drying. Schedule is 7:00 am–7:00 pm, with a 2/2/3 rotation and a .50 shift premium for overnight work.

Qualifications

• 6 months in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, farming, warehouse, or military setting.
• 6 months operating forklift, backhoe, front end loader, or skid steer.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor kiln alarms and respond appropriately.
• Control process variables (tank levels, temps, moisture).
• Operate burners and kilns safely to dry product.
• Troubleshoot machine center issues.
• Make critical decisions on burner operations and drying.
• Perform PMs and fix issues with precision.
• May work extra days or stay late for maintenance.
• Transport, store, and feed lumber with a multi-ton forklift.
• Maintain a neat, organized work area.
• Operate forklift outdoors in a climate-controlled environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Kiln operation

Process control

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kiln control systems

Taylor forklift

Job description

Georgia-Pacific LLC in Albany, GA is hiring a Kilns/Lift Operator to support our Lumber facility. Starting pay is $22/hour, with potential increases based on skills and contribution to overall mill performance.

Daily duties include kiln alarm monitoring, process control, and safe operation of burners and kilns to ensure quality drying. Schedule is 7:00 am–7:00 pm, with a 2/2/3 rotation and a .50 shift premium for overnight work.