Forklift Operator / Big Lift Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION
Roseburg Studmill
Position Title: Forklift Operator, General Plant
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Department: General Plant
Hours per shift : Employee works 10-hour shifts, with two 10-minutw breaks, and a 30 minute lunch.

Wage: $20.05 to $20.90

Position Purpose: Safely load and unload and transport material to and from machine centers.

Load and unload vans flat-bed trucks, as required.

Safely stack/ unstack units in designated storage bays.
Position Functions:
Essential Functions*
These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.

Visually inspect the forklift for leaks, damaged forks, excessive wear in steering, lift chains, tires and proper operation of brakes.

Check fluid levels and fill to the mark.

Utilize proper refueling procedures to safely fuel forklift.

Other duties as assigned.

Correctly tag loads.

Daily inspection of forklift.

Keep the outfeed and yard clean for safety.

Must be able to pick up loose lumber and stickers off the ground for safety and housekeeping.

Non-Essential Functions
These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.

Any necessary duties to aid in Studmill efficiency.

Working Environment: (1) Inside 95%-100%, average temperature 70 degrees F (2) Outside 0%-5%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F.

Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts.

Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis.

(3) Atmospheric conditions: Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particle, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None

Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection.

(2) Hearing Protection.

(3) Rubber or Leather based gloves when handling dry veneer.

(4) Approved Footwear.

Physical Demands: See the Physical Capabilities as listed below; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, bilateral use of arms and hands, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 30 lbs.

Skills: Must have excellent hand eye coordination.

Use vision/hearing continuously.

Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.

Worker generally works alone with little supervision.

Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.

Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Safety : (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery.

(2) Always use our 14 step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy.

(3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t over reach, get help as needed to push loads out).

(4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection).

(5) Be aware of and communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver).

(6) Will be required to read and write during safety training.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

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Job Type: Full-time