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American Wood Fibers is Hiring a Production Operator - Shipping Near Jamestown, CA
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Job Requisition: 350
Job Posting: 1st Shift Production Operator
Date Posted: 05/09/2024
Location: Jamestown, CA
Reports to: 1st Shift Lead
1st Shift Production Operator
American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450 employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 1st Shift Production Operator role in our Jamestown, CA facility.
JOB SUMMARY
The Production Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize production and shipping of products and raw material.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
I. PRODUCTION
- Operate baler in a safe and efficient manner producing packaged materials for our customers
- Confer with shift supervisor and follows through with assigned work duties
- Assist in cleaning up work area
II. SHIPPING
- Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged material
- May also be required to load AWF and customer trailers
- May be asked to complete paperwork for shipping
- Perform inspection of product and rework damaged or non-conforming product as needed
III. QUALITY
- Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers
- Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
IV. SAFETY
- Attend monthly safety meetings
- Wear required PPE
- Attend safety trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient results
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
- Previous mobile equipment, forklift, required
- Applicant must pass background and drug screening prior to hire
- Valid Drivers License REQUIRED
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to lift 25-50 lbs. regularly
- Ability to respond quickly to sounds
- Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
- Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
- Ability to work in extreme weather
- Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly
- Candidate MUST be able to work in a smoke-free environment
EXPERIENCE
Machine Operating: 1 Year (Preferred)
COMPENSATION
Range: $19.00 per hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime-eligible
- Weekend availability
LOCATION
On-site, one location – Jamestown, CA
For consideration…
Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). If interested please apply at: https://awf.jotform.com/232075762423050. For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.
Corporate Office
9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500
Columbia, MD 21046
800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700
Fax 410-290-6660
Other Locations
Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC
Visit us at: www.awf.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Jamestown, CA 95327 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jamestown, CA 95327: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Full Time
Transportation
$42k-53k (estimate)
05/12/2024
09/07/2024
awf.com
MARION, VA
200 - 500
1966
$50M - $200M
Transportation
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About American Wood Fibers
As the nations largest producer of wood shavings and wood flour, American Wood Fibers, Inc. (AWF) is committed to meeting needs for high quality, cost-effective fillers and extenders for dozens of industrial applications. We are also the nation's largest manufacturer and supplier of pet and equine bedding direct to retailers. We strive to make a positive contribution to the environment through total waste utilization in our forestry products, use of recyclable materials for our packaging, and the development of environmentally friendly products. American Wood Fibers, Inc has been hauling freig ...
ht for over 40 years. In 2006, AWF Express, LLC was formed as a subsidiary of American Wood Fibers, Inc to focus directly on the trucking industry. Today, AWF Express, LLC is a full service transportation company that employs 36 drivers with 29 tractors and trucks. The AWF Express fleet of over 450 standard and specialty trailers gives us the flexibility to use the proper equipment for each load, bagged, palletized or bulk. We have facilities at each of our transportation hubs to maintain and service the equipment to keep it in the best condition in a timely manner. We presently employs over 400 team members who support our 11 locations throughout the US. We recognize that our continued success depends on the skill, creativity, and initiative of everyone on our team. Join our team today!
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