Log Yard Operator - 3rd Shift

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Jamestown (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; 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

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Wood Fibers (AWF) seeks a 3rd Shift Log Yard Operator for our Jamestown, CA facility. You will support production flow, operate heavy equipment, and uphold safety and accuracy in the log yard.

A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license are required, along with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Starting pay is $26.00–$28.00 per hour with full-time benefits including 401(k) options, health and life insurance, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate mobile equipment such as forklift.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production to keep log yard on schedule.
• Safely operate heavy equipment including loader and knuckle boom.
• Coordinate with drivers to manage yard traffic and safety.
• Monitor logs and ensure accurate inventory during unloading and loading.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

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Raw Material Handling Jamestown Full Time Jamestown, CA, US

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 3rdShift Log Yard Operator role in our Jamestown, CA facility.

Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:

• PRODUCTION
• Work closely with other shavers to keep production of wood shavings on track to meet shift goals
• Must keep shavers operational and at their best efficiency at all times – includes filling up the shaver boxes, monitoring equipment, and effectively moving logs around the log yard
• Cut logs to specifications and maintain an orderly yard for inventory counts
• Evaluate logs before unloading from freight shipments
• Monitor the quality of the shavings being produced.
• Uphold and obey all warnings and safety precautions used in the plant
• LOADER/KNUCKLE BOOM/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
• Safely operate industrial equipment including: articulated wheel loader, knuckle boom, and skid steer
• Clean and maintain the machine with regular greasing and cleaning of all necessary systems
• Coordinate with truck drivers in the yard to maintain a path in and out of the plant, while keeping everyone safe and out of harm’s way
• Responsible for the movement of wood – logs throughout the log yard
• Must be able to safely operate around people and other machinery
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• SAFETY
• Participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in necessary training sessions and achieves satisfactory results on required tests.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License (Required)

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
• Previous mobile equipment, forklift, required

COMPENSATION

Starting: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

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

• 8-hour shift
• Day Shift
• Overtime-eligible

LOCATION

• On-site, one location – Jamestown, CA

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 / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC