What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.?
For over 100 years, Gutchess Lumber has been a leading global lumber producer of premium northern hardwoods in a variety of high-end applications and we take pride in our commitment to quality in everything we do. Quality is at the core of our brand promise is the foundation of which our reputation was founded. This quality also extends to our employees, who are hard-working members of the communities around us. We support our employees with quality pay, excellent benefits, company ownership opportunities and appreciation every day and we are recruiting for a new team member.
We are seeking General Laborers in Cortland, NY for 1st and 2nd shift. This is an entry level positions with a focus on stacking lumber in a safe and efficient manner. Candidate for this position will be required to perform physical labor either in a typical sawmill environment with exposure to some weather conditions, or in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Sorting and stacking hardwood products onto wood carts or in stack down stands using leverage.
Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or for transfer to other conveyors.
Shovel bark and chips and cleans work area, using broom and shovel. Make sure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving every day.
Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment.
Some climbing and crawling may be involved associated with housekeeping.
Safety
Requires personal protective equipment be worn.
Safety glasses.
Hearing protection.
Head protection.
Steel toe work boots.
Qualifications
Other protective equipment as required.
18 years of age or older.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. at times.
We are seeking General Laborers in Cortland, NY for 1st and 2nd shift. This is an entry level positions with a focus on stacking lumber in a safe and efficient manner. Candidate for this position will be required to perform physical labor either in a typical sawmill environment with exposure to some weather conditions, or in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Sorting and stacking hardwood products onto wood carts or in stack down stands using leverage.
Straightens lumber on conveyor to align lumber for grading, sawing, edging, trimming, sorting, stacking, or for transfer to other conveyors.
Shovel bark and chips and cleans work area, using broom and shovel. Make sure work area is clean of banding and boards before leaving every day.
Learn to operate various machinery and complete preventative maintenance as scheduled on assigned equipment.
Some climbing and crawling may be involved associated with housekeeping.
Safety
Requires personal protective equipment be worn.
Safety glasses.
Hearing protection.
Head protection.
Steel toe work boots.
Qualifications
Other protective equipment as required.
18 years of age or older.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Must be willing to cross-train in various positions, be self-motivated, possess good work ethics and ability to work with a team.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. at times.