Kiln Operations Lead — Safety, Throughput & Maintenance

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc; Winston (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. is seeking a Kiln Coordinator to manage kiln operations and ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards at the Winston site. The role includes monitoring performance, assisting maintenance, and maintaining proper documentation.

The position requires GED or higher, forklift operation, and familiarity with kiln monitoring software. Travel is 0–10% with a hands-on environment and opportunities to grow in a wood-treatment facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn kiln monitoring system.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Comfort with Windows-based programs and spreadsheeting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, quality and environmental procedures are followed and report non-compliant activities.
• Participate in safety, quality and environmental audits as required.
• Ensure material is dried according to schedule.
• Operate forklift to load/unload kilns while ensuring equipment safety.
• Monitor kiln moisture readings and adjust processes to maximize throughput.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and attend safety trainings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Windows programs

Spreadsheeting

Basic math

Communication

Education

GED

Tools

Lignomat

Omega

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. is seeking a Kiln Coordinator to manage kiln operations and ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards at the Winston site. The role includes monitoring performance, assisting maintenance, and maintaining proper documentation.

The position requires GED or higher, forklift operation, and familiarity with kiln monitoring software. Travel is 0–10% with a hands-on environment and opportunities to grow in a wood-treatment facility.