Woodyard Operator

Georgia Pacific; Perdue Hill (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is hiring a Woodyard Operator for the Perdue Hill/Alabama River facility. The role safely operates heavy equipment and performs preventative maintenance to keep the woodyard running smoothly. The position pays $24.61 per hour with eight-hour shifts and required overtime, potentially weekends/holidays.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, or an Associate in Process Operations or Electrical/Instrumentation, or two years

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Process Operations or Electrical/Instrumentation preferred or two years of related production experience.
• Basic computer use is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, cranes, reclaimers) safely.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Monitor chip and bark quality and flow patterns.
• Maintain clean and orderly Woodyard area and follow safety rules.

Skills

Computer use

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Process Operations or Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

Industrial lift truck certification

Job description

Your Job

Georgia Pacific is hiring a Woodyard Operator for our Perdue Hill/Alabama River (ARC) facility. The Woodyard Operator position creates value by safely operating and performing preventative maintenance on the equipment, which allows for smooth and successful operations in the woodyard.

This position pays $24.61 per hour.

The Woodyard Operator will work eight (8) hour shifts and required overtime as needed, which may include weekends and holidays. The shift schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Our Team

Alabama River Cellulose (ARC) mill has been a major part of the economic lifeblood of the region. Recognized as one of the largest pulp operations in North America, the mill is also considered the largest manufacturer in Monroe County and one of the largest employers in the area. ARC, part of Georgia-Pacific's Cellulose group.

What You Will Do

• Operate different types of heavy equipment: Loaders, Dozers, Cranes, Stackers, Reclaimers, etc.
• Monitor chip and bark quality and flow patterns
• Progress through the appropriate skills level checklist in a timely manner with the goal to advance within the department
• Perform equipment cleanup and operator basic care including minor maintenance tasks and troubleshooting
• Perform housekeeping duties throughout the Woodyard area
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules & regulations to include wearing required safety equipment
• Attend and complete to attend and complete mandatory and ongoing trainings

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate degree in Process Operations or Electrical/Instrumentation OR two (2) years of experience in a farming, carpentry, construction, warehouse, military, production, or manufacturing environment
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device

What Will Put You Ahead

• Industrial lift truck experience/certification
• Experience with safe work permitting (hot work, line breaking) and executing lockout activities (isolation, draining, deenergizing)
• Experience handling bulk materials in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience operating cranes and/or heavy equipment
• Experience working with industrial conveyor systems
• Experience performing basic mechanical repairs to equipment

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

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