About this role
SUMMARY: Provides direction, support and training to swing shift crew. Operates forklift to provide veneer to be graded/batched and manage veneer inventories. Loads and unloads trucks, containers, and rail cars.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure safe operation of forklifts and conduct general maintenance including daily inspections.
- Unload and load trucks according to procedure.
- Tag loads as they come off trucks and put them in warehouse.
- Computer skills, including frequent use of Microsoft D365.
- Demonstrated ability to receive and correct POs
- Act as primary trainer for batching and forklift operators on swing shift
- Prioritize batching list and make sure relays get done in a timely manner
- Ensure safe operation of load turner and banding chopper
- Perform walks outside of building for cleanliness and safety
- Able to perform substitutions; physically & virtually
- Keep inventory organized
- Communicate via email / text with main plant about orders
- Ensure that safety, quality, & production goals are met.
- Communicate with day shift supervisor about safety, quality, & production issues
- Continuously improve efficiency of production in batching
- Cut veneer material to specifications
- Understand evacuation procedures
- Secure building and parking lot at end of shift
- Ensure safe operation of company vehicles and report deficiencies
- Cycle Count Inventory both Hardwood and Composites
- Stage core in the north building for the following morning transportation
- Know the difference between species of Hardwoods
- Able to grade hardwood to HPVA/ANSI standards
- Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
- Take leadership courses when offered
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Must support the team in achieving all Safety, Production and Quality goals.
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Prior leadership experience desired
- Proficiency with Microsoft suite and ERP
- Forklift certification to be obtained within the first 30 days.
- Knowledge of using label maker and receiving station to printout tickets.
- Working knowledge of paint striping system on veneer.
- Ability to work with little or no supervision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to walk and stand over 2/3 of your shift.
- Ability to sit over 2/3 of your shift.
- Ability to use and reach with your hands and arms.
- Ability to climb or balance over 1/3 of your shift.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl over 1/3 of your shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Use of personal protective equipment is always required. (Hearing protection and safety glasses)
- General mill environment. High noise, dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic.
- Frequent outdoors – hot and cold conditions.
- Fast paced environment.