Night Barko Operator Trainee — Plywood Mill

Georgia-Pacific; Corrigan (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Corrigan, TX seeks a Barko Operator Trainee for its plywood mill, working on the night shift with potential overtime and training on other shifts. The role focuses on learning heavy equipment operation, safety, and teamwork to meet production goals.

Starting wage is $25.00 per hour, with training may occur on other shifts; this position supports a safety-first, collaborative work environment committed to high quality and production standards.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year experience operating a knuckle boom (Barko)

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned machine safely and efficiently, achieving quality and productivity goals.
• Individual visually analyzes the safety, production, quality, and flow process.
• Makes specific operational decisions based on pre-determined quality and production standards.
• Perform and/or facilitate the coordination of functions necessary for Green End operation.
• Help mentor new employees to meet/exceed production goals.
• Adhere to operating SOP’s.
• Identify and troubleshoot flow problems.
• Should be self-motivated, a team player and show initiative & reliability.
• Complete necessary reports.

Job description

Georgia-Pacific in Corrigan, TX seeks a Barko Operator Trainee for its plywood mill, working on the night shift with potential overtime and training on other shifts. The role focuses on learning heavy equipment operation, safety, and teamwork to meet production goals.

Starting wage is $25.00 per hour, with training may occur on other shifts; this position supports a safety-first, collaborative work environment committed to high quality and production standards.