Woodyard Loader Operator - Graveyard Shift

Lignetics; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus program

2 weeks paid time off + 2 floatingholi

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Lignetics in Sandpoint, Idaho, is seeking a Woodyard Loader Operator to support daily production with loader operations and raw material management. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and careful attention to material specifications.

The successful candidate will mix materials, receive loads, inspect quality, and coordinate with teammates to maintain smooth workflow. Training is provided on day shifts, with a full-time schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years loader operation experience preferred in an industrial setting.
• Must have good eye, hand and foot coordination.
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods and multi-task.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for long periods.
• Climb stairs to access loader; comfortable with heights and confined spaces.
• Must be able to perform simple math and use basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Mix material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days and moisture content.
• Receive and separate incoming loads of raw materials by species.
• Inspect material quality and notify leadership of defects.
• Load infeed bin per production schedule requirements.
• Conduct loader inspections and perform loader maintenance.
• Communicate status of workflow with coworkers.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Loader operation experience

Coordination

Mathematical aptitude

Multi-tasking

Stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loader maintenance tools

Job description

Description

Woodyard Loader Operator

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Schedule: M-Th (with some Fridays), 6p - 6a. Will train on days

Salary: $20-$22/hour

Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Woodyard Loader Operator Job Duties

Raw Material Material Mixing and Intake Process

• Mix material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days to ensure proper blend and moisture content.
• Receiving incoming loads of raw materials and separate by species
• Inspect quality of raw material to standard and notify plant leadership of any defects
• Load infeed bin per production schedule requirements
• Conduct loader inspections and perform loader maintenance
• Communicate with co-workers regarding status of work flow
• Other accountabilities as required

Woodyard Loader Operator Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• One to two years loader operation experience in an industrial setting highly preferred
• Will need good eye, hand and foot coordination
• Will need the ability to concentrate for extended periods of time and multi-task
• Will need to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs on a repetitive basis and stand and sit for long periods of time
• Will need to climb up and down stairs to get in and out of loader with no fear of confined spaces or heights
• Requires the ability to do simple math calculations, use basic tools, and exhibit mechanical aptitude when conducting loader maintenance

Woodyard Loader Operator Benefits

• Employee referral bonus program
• 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
• Employee heating pellet program
• Lignetics SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE

Lignetics believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, or on any other protected status under state, local or federal law. Equal employment opportunity is extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination.

Salary Description

$20-22/hour