Machine Operator

Kennebec Lumber Company; Grantham (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennebec Lumber Company is seeking a Machine Operator to ensure high production standards and a safe working environment. This entry-level full-time position involves operating machinery, ensuring efficiency, and participating in safety practices. Ideal candidates must be physically capable, safety-conscious, and ready to work in a dynamic lumber environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring operation of machinery.
• Strong emphasis on safety practices.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated machines per SOP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of machine areas.
• Participate in on-site safety practices and culture.

Skills

Machine Operation

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Job description

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Kennebec Lumber Company provided pay range

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Base pay range

$17.25/hr - $20.00/hr

General Description

The Production Machine Operator L1 shall work to ensure all actions reflect the company culture, work meets or exceeds company standards, and values and working environment reflects that as outlined by the Mill Manager. The Production Machine Operator L1 will primarily stack, operate the stack track or drills, debarker, tag and strap lumber and will be responsible for keeping the machine areas clean at all times. The Production Machine Operator L1 will operate in a way that is efficient and productive while supporting the safety mission and standards as outlined at Kennebec Lumber Company.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated machine per SOP guidelines.
• Operate lug loaders and position lumber to optimize machine efficiency.
• Overseeing machine operation and flow of various lumber handling systems
• Operating Automatic Lumber Stacker and fixing Tags onto finished packs of lumber
• Strapping packs/bundles of lumber with a strapping device
• Maintaining facility in a clean professional condition
• Maintain good working relationships with all co-workers and management and follow up as needed on recommendations and /or citations.
• Participate, Motivate, Support, and Implement on site safety practices and culture.
• Other Duties as Assigned
  
  

Safety Requirements:

Safety First – Personal Protective Equipment

• Steel or Safety Toe footwear is required in all areas.
• Gloves required in designated areas – per task.
• Hearing Protection required in all areas (Exception being inside the cab of outside machine forklifts).
• Eye Protection required in all areas
• Report all near misses and unsafe acts to immediate supervisor.
• Pedestrian awareness at all times.
• Florescent vests and hard hats are required for all outside activity (Exception, pedestrian travel from one building to another).
• Never walk through any overhead door that is controlled remotely (Always use access door next to overhead).
• Familiarize yourself with the various work areas. Learn how to operate the conveyor belts and the emergency stop buttons.
• Familiarize yourself with the various possible pinch points that are in your area.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Bend, stretch & twist multiple times daily.
• Moderate to Heavy wrist / hand repetitions.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work swiftly and accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push & pull up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to climb and ascend and descend stairs frequently.
• No allergies to sawdust, particles in the air (respiratory concerns).
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (below 0 degrees temps to over 90-degree temps).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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