SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS
Operate lifts, industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move, load, and stack/unstack materials around mills, warehouses and log yard.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Move controls to drive diesel powered trucks and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas
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Move levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport, and stack material
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Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, or fueling
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Stop or reset lifts, vehicles or machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor
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Participate in action planning process
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Operate machinery, forklift or other equipment, as required
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Clean work area and surrounding areas making sure it is clean and free of debris
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Participate in action planning process
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All other duties assigned by supervisor
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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1+ years of forklift operating experience
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Possess adequate fitness and stamina in order to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks.
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Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
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Able to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others involved in keeping operations running smoothly.
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Able to perform the job with limited supervision
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Understand basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations
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Arrive on time and stay on task in order to contribute to better output and reaching production goals.
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Able to work well in an industrial environment, and as part of a team.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Must be able to work a 12 hour shift
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Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods of time.
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Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
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Ability to work outside in all conditions.
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Must be comfortable working around loud equipment.
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Able to work while in a harness at heights over 4 feet.
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Able to lift 50 lbs. throughout work shift
SAFETY
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Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations.
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Wear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear.
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Do not enter restricted areas.
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Report immediately to your supervisor or any available supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly to eliminate unsafe conditions
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Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge.
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Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating.
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Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers.
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Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back.
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Never approach a saw while it is still running.
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Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company.
COMPANY BENEFITS
We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.
We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:
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Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
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Dental and Vision Insurance
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Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
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Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
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Life and Accidental Death Insurance
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401(k) Plan with Company Match
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Employee Referral Program
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Personify Health Rewards Program
Additionally, we offer:
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Safety Incentives
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Accident and Critical Care Insurance
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Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
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Conditional Relocation Assistance
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Conditional Tuition Assistance
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On-the-Job Training
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A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
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Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
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Overtime
