Job Description

Basic Function: Performs a variety of operations in various areas to support the manufacturing operations of the lumber yard.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Stacks lumber in pile down according to specie, grade and length by reading markings on board, following verbal instructions, or tag/orders.
2. Works at fast pace.
3. Assists in banding operations.
4. Assists maintenance department with painting, cleaning of machines, floors, yard work, etc.
5. Follows all safety policies and practices while working around heavy machinery including the lumber handling machine and forklifts.
6. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Previous experience with Chain saw, bander, band cutters, stapler are a plus
• Physical demands
• Stands 9-10 hours per day.
• Frequently lifts, 40-70% of normal work day, material weighing 5-25 lbs.
• Occasionally, up to 15% of normal workday, lifts material weighing over 60 lbs.
• Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Inside and outside conditions, cold and hot temperature changes, wet, humid, noise, vibration, hazards, fumes, odors, dust
• Physical and Visual Activities: Standing, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, balancing, feeling, hearing.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Forklift license a plus