Kiln Operator - Swing Shift (Laclede)

Idaho Forest Group; Laclede (ID); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group in Idaho is seeking a reliable kiln operator to run kilns, monitor schedules and ensure moisture targets are met while maintaining a focus on safety and quality.

The starting pay is $26.83/hr with a schedule of Sun-Tues and every other Wednesday; must be able to cover shifts for vacations. A forklift certification and pre-employment checks are required. HS diploma preferred and willingness to work in a heavy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
• Capable of monitoring and adjusting processes for quality.
• Knowledge of safety protocols for high-temperature machinery.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test, background check and post-offer physical.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties following rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards for a safe environment.
• Operate and oversee kilns to meet temperature and drying schedules.
• Monitor kiln schedules to ensure proper material processing.
• Complete regular moisture readings to meet targets.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of kiln equipment.
• Maintain detailed records of kiln temps, times, and data; report issues.
• Follow safety guidelines to minimize risks from high temps and hazards.
• Coordinate with production teams to meet targets and resolve issues.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Drug test clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedule is Sun-Tues & every other Wednesday, 3:00pm - 3:00am, must have flexibility to cover all shifts for vacations

Starting pay is $26.83/hr

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate and oversee the functioning of kilns to ensure that temperature and drying schedules are met.
• Monitor kiln schedules to ensure that materials are processed correctly.
• Complete regular moisture readings to ensure they meet moisture targets.
• Assist with the performance of maintenance and troubleshooting of kiln equipment, ensuring all systems are working efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of kiln temperatures, times, and other pertinent data. Report issues or anomalies to supervisors.
• Safety Compliance: Follow safety guidelines to minimize risks related to high temperatures and hazardous materials.
• Coordinate with Production Teams: Work closely with other departments such as production, maintenance, and quality control to meet production targets and resolve issues.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Forklift certification or the ability to acquire certification.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to monitor and adjust processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and best practices for working with high-temperature machinery.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Understanding of kiln operation, temperature control, and materials processing.
• Mechanical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on kiln equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Production

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist – frequent
• Twist upper body – frequent
• Stoop – occasional
• Lift above waist height – frequent depending on machine center
• Lift over 50 lbs. – frequent depending on machine center
• Repetitive use of hands – constant
• Stand/walk – constant
• Sit – occasional
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with known disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess all the skills, aptitudes, experience, education, abilities, and any other necessary attributes to perform each duty to IFG’s expectations. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and every employee’s employment remains at-will.