Production Operator - Swing Shift (Lewiston) - $500 Sign On Bonus

Idaho Forest Group; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group seeks a Production Operator on the swing shift in Lewiston, ID. The role focuses on operating machinery to convert logs into lumber, while prioritizing safety, efficiency, and quality control during diverse tasks and routine equipment maintenance.

The starting wage is $24.59 per hour with a $500 sign-on bonus. Candidate will work on-site, adapt to shift changes, and participate in the operator training program to advance skills and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, days, and overtime as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment to process logs into lumber and wood products.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards.
• Learn and operate machines, participate in operator training programs.
• Serve as relief operator for various functions and workstations.
• Keep work area clean and organized; perform location-specific duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Production Operator - Swing Shift (Lewiston) - $500 Sign On Bonus

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: PRODU002934

• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $24.59 USD per hour

Locations

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Lewiston, ID 83501, USA

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.

Starting wage is $24.59 with a $500 sign on bonus.

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.
• 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 an attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 – occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – frequent for clerical duties
• Sit – frequent
• 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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