Lathe Operator

We are looking for a Lathe Operator for the Beaumont, MS plywood facility. The primary purpose of this position is to operate the lathe to produce veneer in our plywood production process. 

 

Key Responsibilities:  
  
•    Ensure that the lathe is in proper operating condition/setup to properly process logs for the next step in the process to manufacture veneer for plywood manufacturing. 
•    Operate the lathe and correct any upset conditions during the process.
•    Monitor the lathe throughout the operations to ensure continuous operation and detect any potential issues.
•    Perform troubleshooting and upkeep as needed. Change knives in lathe as needed. 
•    Communicate with maintenance concerning any operational issues with the press. 
•    Perform quality checks on veneer. Remove any bad veneer from the production to assure the bad veneer is not used in the panel. Meet quality standards. Communicate with management concerning any quality issues. 
•    Use an assortment of hand tools to complete daily clean-up duties, such as air hoses, shovels, etc.
•    Operate mobile equipment as needed. 
•    Work with minimal supervision, in a safe and productive manner.
•    Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
•    Adhere to all safety, health, and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
•    Performs other duties as assigned. 

 

Requirements:     
 
•    Work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
•    Work in a hot, cold, noisy, industrial environment.
•    Pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
•    Perform tasks such as lifting, kneeling, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours per day. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:   
  
•    High school diploma or GED.
•    Experience in a manufacturing environment.
•    Experience working with wood products.
•    Experience operating mobile equipment. 

 

Additional Information: 
 
Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, 401(k), cancer, flexible spending accounts, life, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment. Paid Time Off (PTO) available after only six (6) months of employment.
 
Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of the required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.
 
An Equal Opportunity Employer