Production Operator (Chilco)

Idaho Forest Group; Athol (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group is seeking a Production Operator to operate machinery and process logs into lumber and wood products. You will focus on safety, efficiency, and quality control while supporting multiple stations. The role requires the ability to work independently and in a team, with flexible shifts and overtime.

Training through the operator work-up program helps you advance. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are preferred; prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of following instructions and communicating effectively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Willingness to work various shifts, days, and overtime as needed.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment to process logs into lumber and wood products.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Learn safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned.
• Support the operator work-up program to advance through training.
• Serve as a relief operator for a variety of functions and workstations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform duties as assigned.
• Maintain acceptable production levels.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Operator is responsible for operating machinery and equipment in their department to process logs into lumber and other wood products. This role requires attention to safety, efficiency, and quality control while performing various tasks and maintaining equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Learn the safe and efficient operation of each machine assigned.
• Understand and actively apply yourself in the operator work-up program to advance through training and experience.
• Serve as a relief operator for a wide variety of functions, machinery and workstations.
• Keep work area clean and organized and clean all additional areas as assigned.
• Maintain acceptable production levels.
• Duties vary by location.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work various shifts, days, and overtime as needed.
• Capable of following instructions and communicating effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Must possess attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in manufacturing or mill environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Production

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist - frequent
• Twist upper body - frequent
• Stoop - occasional
• Lift above waist height - frequent depending on machine center
• Lift over 50 lbs. - frequent depending on machine center
• Repetitive use of hands - constant
• Stand/walk - constant
• Sit - occasional
• Vision - near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing - preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.

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