Machine Operator

Rex Lumber, LLC.; Graceville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health with Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Telemedicine (Teladoc)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Personify Rewards Program

Job summary

Rex Lumber, LLC. is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our lumber manufacturing team in Graceville, FL. You will operate and monitor milling equipment and yard processes to maintain steady lumber flow and minimize jams.

You will set up and maintain machine centers, keep a clean work area, lubricate components, and help with production tallies and daily reports. A safety-minded, team-oriented mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have physical fitness to perform strenuous tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate problems clearly and work with others to resolve them.
• Capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Basic math skills required for measurements and counts.
• Familiarity with machine operation principles and safety.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Ability to monitor gauges and indicators for proper operation.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Strong teamwork to support production goals.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain machine centers per SOPs.
• Ensure lumber is positioned correctly for next processing step.
• Clean and align optimizers; change saws and guides as needed.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Lubricate components as required to prevent wear.
• Control lumber flow, input, output, and speeds at machines.
• Complete production tallies, downtime tallies and daily reports.
• Stop or reset equipment when malfunctions occur and report to supervisor.
• Assist other operators with loading/unloading lumber.
• Participate in action planning to improve operations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Physical fitness

Follow instructions

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Basic math

Machine operation basics

Equipment maintenance

Monitoring gauges

Punctuality

Teamwork

Tools

Industrial machinery

Job description

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience.If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team!You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.

Machine Operator

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Operate and monitor area equipment throughout the mills and yard to ensure to include but not limited to: hang-ups with lumber or equipment, position of lumber when reaching next machine center

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-up, operate and maintain machine centers in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensure lumber is in proper position before arriving at next machine center
• Clean and align optimizers and change saws and guides as needed
• Clean workstation and surrounding area making sure it is clean and free of debris
• Lubricate components as necessary
• Control machine center input and output, lumber flow and speed
• Complete production tallies, downtime tallies and daily reports as required
• Stop or reset equipment or machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor
• Assist other operators loading and unloading lumber as necessary
• Participate in action planning process
• All other duties assigned by supervisor

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess adequate fitness and stamina in order to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks.
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Able to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others involved in keeping operations running smoothly.
• Able to perform the job with limited supervision
• Understand basic mathematical skills
• Understand basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
• Arrive on time and stay on task in order to contribute to better output and reaching production goals.
• Able to work well in an industrial environment, and as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods of time.
• Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
• Ability to work outside in all conditions.
• Must be comfortable working around loud equipment.
• Able to work while in a harness at heights over 4 feet.
• Able to lift 50 lbs throughout work shift
• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear.
• Report immediately to your supervisor or any available supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly to eliminate unsafe conditions
• Do not enter restricted areas.
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge.
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating.
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers.
• Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back.
• Never approach a saw while it is still running.
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company.

We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:

• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• Personify Rewards Program

Additionally, we offer:

• Safety Incentives
• Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
• Conditional Relocation Assistance
• Conditional Tuition Assistance
• On-the-Job Training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
• Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program