Utility Operator - Evening

DS Smith; Riceboro (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the lumber industry is seeking a Utility Operator to manage entry-level sawmill equipment and maintain cleanliness in production areas. The role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a commitment to teamwork and reliability.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Manufacturing/warehouse/lumber operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various entry-level sawmill equipment.
• Complete clean-up of assigned areas using manual tools.

Skills

Team Player

Loyal

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

The Utility Operator will operate various entry-level sawmill equipment and be responsible for completing clean-up of assigned areas, such as laying sticks, using walk-behind blowers, handheld air compressor blower wands, and manual tools like brooms and shovels to clean up loose bark, chips, and sawdust in the sawmill and planer mill production areas.

Education & Qualification

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Manufacturing/warehouse/lumber operations preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to safety
• Excellent attendance record
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions from supervisors
• Able to perform the job with limited supervision
• Use standard lockout procedures when appropriate for machine centers
• Keep all machines clean of sawdust and other fibers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work and operate in industrial conditions (warm/hot, dusty/dirty, noisy, with heavy machinery or elevated surfaces) with proper safety training
• Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods
• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, squat, climb, and stretch with body, arms, and legs
• Able to lift 50 lbs throughout the shift
• Able to carry 20 lbs occasionally over a maximum distance of 8 feet during a 10–12-hour shift

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match

Qualifications, Skills, Behaviors, and Motivations

Required

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Motivations

• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and complies with federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.