PM Tilt Hoist Operator at The Westervelt Company

Thomasville, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

25.53

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine operation, Inventory management, Safety compliance, Communication, Teamwork, Troubleshooting, Forklift operation, Skid steer operation, Front end loader operation, Computer skills, Attention to detail

Industry

Forestry and Logging

Description

Westervelt Lumber Thomasville, AL JOB OVERVIEWJOB TITLETilt Hoist OperatorJOB NO. / IDA56438REVISION DATE6/25/2020JOB LOCATIONThomasville, ALGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Tilt Hoist Operator is responsible for ensuring a smooth flow of wood is being fed down the infeed deck chains.DIVISION / DEPARTMENTProduction SUBDIVISIONPlaner MillREPORTS TO TITLEPlaner Mill SupervisorPOSITION DETAILSFULL-TIME PART-TIME40HOURS PER WEEKCONTRACTOR INTERNEXEMPT NONEXEMPTDETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION • Ensure lumber loaded on Tilt Hoist is the correct demension. • Observe lift as lumber is placed on chains. • Properly even-end packs of lumber on the Tilt hoist infeed. • Properly scan tickets to be ensure inventory is correct. • Ensure a smooth flow of wood is being fed down the infeed deck chains. • Look for debris such as rocks and metal in wood. • Remove any broken or damaged boards. • Assist planer operator with set up for change over. • Ensure stick belt do not jam or over flow.WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS• Willing to work any shift including weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed. • Commitment to safety. • Excellent attendance record. • Good communication skills. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Ability to learn and adapt to change. • Ability to adhere to all safety policies and regulations including wearing safety equipment. • Ability to work in noisy envirnoment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Ability to lift at least 40 pounds. • Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures. •Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for extended periods of time. • Able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS• High School Diploma or GED required.ADDITIONAL COMMENTSPreferred Experience: • Driving and operating a mobile equipment such as front end loader, skid steer or forklift within an industrial or manufacturing environment. • Basic computer skills. • Experience working in lumber or wood products industry and/or manufacturing. • Experience troubleshooting equipment. • Sawmill experience preferred.We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Tilt Hoist Operator is responsible for ensuring a smooth flow of wood down the infeed deck chains and maintaining proper inventory records. They must also monitor for debris, remove damaged boards, and assist the planer operator with equipment setups.