Millman - Machine Operator

Ganahl Lumber Co; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ganahl Lumber Co is seeking a Millman responsible for operating and maintaining milling machinery to process raw materials. The ideal candidate should possess strong mechanical aptitude, be familiar with milling equipment, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities.

This role involves collaborating with team members, maintaining a safe work environment, and keeping accurate production records. A high school diploma and 6 months of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills required.
• Experience operating milling machinery preferred.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling machinery to process raw materials into finished products.
• Perform inspections on milling equipment to ensure functioning.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve desired quality and quantity.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to operate material handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6 months of related experience

Job description

MILLMAN

MILLMAN

Job Summary

The Millman will be responsible for operating and maintaining milling machinery to process raw materials and produce various products. The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical aptitude, be familiar with milling equipment, and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Operate milling machinery to process raw materials into finished products according to specifications.
• Perform routine inspections on milling equipment to ensure proper functioning and identify potential issues.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve the desired product quality and quantity.
• Monitor the milling process, making adjustments as necessary to optimize production efficiency.
• Collaborate with other team members to coordinate production schedules and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Keep accurate records of production output, equipment maintenance, and any incidents.
• Assist in the training of new Millman staff as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• The ability to read, write, understand, and relay, written and verbal instructions.
• The ability to operate various hand and power tools when needed.
• The ability to operate various types of material handling equipment including hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts when needed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, while working either indoors or outdoors.
• Must be in adequate physical condition to perform requirements such as mental, physical and manual dexterity, hand/grip strength, depth perception and any other physical attributes that enable the employee to perform the job safely according to all Company, Local, State, and Federal regulations and requirements.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Ability to push/pull up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Must wear prescribed personal protective equipment when handling material or operating equipment.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment and required drug screens as requested.
• Must be able to successfully pass a Physical Capacity Assessments as requested.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, Ganahl Lumber Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. All active employees must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Your employment with Ganahl Lumber Company is at will. Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way, the at-will employment status of the Ganahl Lumber Company employees.