Hog Operator

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About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Starting Salary: $21.63
Employment Type: Hourly, FT

Work Environment: Rotating 2-2-3 schedule; every 8-weeks shift change from day/night

Job Summary:

There are three open positions for this role. The Hog Operator turns the reject board from the production process into useable boiler fuel. Operators must either call or report to the Boiler Control Room area at the beginning of each day. Operators help in daily operations in the Utilities department, including the boiler, janitorial, fire systems, lagoon, grounds, and Maintenance, when approved.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor manufacturing equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Perform quality control checks and proper handling of non-conformance materials
• Familiarity with the location of master switches and emergency stop buttons in the work area
• Follow all HMIS/SDS requirements and spill control procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas following 5S principles
• Report any safety concerns, accidents, or near misses to the shift leader or manager promptly
• Adhere to the company's standard work practices (i.e. standards work, JSAs, SOPs) to ensure quality is maintained and tasks are done right the first time
• Assist with maintenance and repairs as needed to keep production running smoothly
• Be able to perform the job duties of an Operator when required, ensuring seamless production operations
• Prevent material overuse in production processes and minimize waste due to spills or mishaps
• Take good care of equipment and tools to maximize their life before replacement is necessary
• Apply Continuous Improvement (CI) principles and 5S techniques to eliminate waste in processes, time, and storage
• Communicate any cost-related concerns or issues to the Team Leader or Manager
• Assist with monthly and quarterly inventory checks.
• Clean roof over hog including removing cobwebs, cleaning off beams and walls
• Assists with departmental cleanup as specified by Shift Team Leaders

• Periodically review of procedures and policies to update and sign off on them
• Perform Safety & Environmental checks
• Run a high-pressure washer

Requirements:

• Strong attention to safety and quality standards
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Maintain current forklift and other required licenses
  • Forklift - required
  • Loader - required
  • Company vehicle – required
  • Skid Steer - recommended
  • Dump truck – recommended
  • Gator 4-wheeler - recommended
  • Snorklift - recommended
  • Carts - recommended

Additional Skills:

• Manufacturing experience is preferred
• 5 years of relevant experience is preferred

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly throughout the day. Must be comfortable working from heights or within confined spaces. Regular bending, stooping, stretching, twisting, and turning. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders with ease.

Travel:
This position does not require travel to other Woodgrain locations.

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.