What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treating Lab position at Rex Lumber, LLC.?
The role of the Treating Plant Lab Technician is to test treated poles for retention and identify and inspect materials to insure they confirm to company standards, in a safe manner following company procedures.
Essential duties and Responsibilities:
- Change treatment charges, identify and inspect material for conformance
- Drill charges after each treatment and test for retention in a timely manner
- Test dry wood for moisture content
- Test CCA wood preservative upon delivery
- Count charges and pull tags prior to each treatment
- Put tags on treated material after each treatment and insure piece count
- Assist in clean-up of Treating Plant - sweeping, shoveling, wash down
- Maintain annual Training requirements for Hazardous waste
- Maintain accurate record keeping of treating paperwork
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Must be able to operate a forklift
- Be able to handle and move hazardous waste drums
- Extensive hours/overtime and weekends may be mandatory as well as unexpected shift changes. Attendance is extremely important to the function of the Treating Department
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
SAFETY
- Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
- Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety vest, etc...as required
- Do not enter restricted areas
- Report immediately to supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
- Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
- Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
- Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
- Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
- Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back
- Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company handbook
COMPANY BENEFITS
We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.
We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:
- Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Employee Referral Program
- Personify Health Rewards Program
Additionally, we offer:
- Safety Incentives
- Accident and Critical Care Insurance
- Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
- Conditional Relocation Assistance
- Conditional Tuition Assistance
- On-the-Job Training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
- Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program