Wood Production Lead Operator - 12hr Shifts

TEMPO Employment Services; Ashland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TEMPO Employment Services is seeking an experienced Lead Operator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of production and mobile equipment at a local wood-processing facility. This working-lead position will supervise approximately three employees while assisting with production, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and site operations.

Strong computer skills and Excel proficiency are required. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts, days or nights, and overtime as needed;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of experience in wood production or manufacturing facility preferred.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment and computerized control systems.
• Comfortable working with computer systems, monitoring equipment data, and using Excel spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of forklifts, loaders, and other heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production and heavy equipment.
• Complete daily equipment inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and assist with equipment repairs.
• Supervise, train, and provide direction to approximately three employees.
• Provide breaks for other operators as needed.
• Assist with loading/unloading trucks and site cleanup.
• Complete production, downtime, and operator logs.
• Maintain compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings and inspections.
• Communicate production and equipment needs to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Troubleshooting

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Excel proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Computer systems

Forklifts/Heavy equipment

Job description

TEMPO Employment Services is seeking an experienced Lead Operator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of production and mobile equipment at a local wood-processing facility. This working-lead position will supervise approximately three employees while assisting with production, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and site operations.

Strong computer skills and Excel proficiency are required. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts, days or nights, and overtime as needed;