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Job Posting: 1st Shift Shaver/ Log Yard Operator

Date Posted: 04/03/2024

Location: Clarks, NE

Reports to: 1st Shift Supervisor

1st Shift Shaver/ Log Yard 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 Shaver/Log Yard Operator role in our Clarks, NE facility.

JOB SUMMARY

The Shaver/Log Yard Operator is responsible for: log yard organization, loading/unloading trucks, assisting with production via the shaving system, and basic maintenance of equipment and shaving system.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

I. PRODUCTION

· Operate equipment such as knuckle boom and front-end loader

· Unload log trucks as they arrive, maneuvering logs to various locations within the log yard to organize and create rows

· Perform outside duties, including sweeping and picking up debris

· Feed logs into shaver boxes

· Maintain equipment and shaving system as needed

II. SAFETY

· Inspect all equipment prior to use

· Exercise caution in the production area due to mobile equipment moving the finished product out of the production area

· Attend monthly safety meetings

· Attend safety trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient results

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience within the logging industry
• Previous equipment operations experience
• Wheel loader and/or log loader experience is a plus
• Must be able to communicate with fellow employees

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

· Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Physical capability to bend over, squat, walk, stand, and stoop

EXPERIENCE

Industrial Machine Operating: 1 Year (Preferred)

COMPENSATION

$20.00 - $22.00 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

· Full Time

· 8-hour shift

· Day Shift

· Overtime-eligible

LOCATION

· On-site, one location – Clarks, NE

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: $20.00 - $22.00 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
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to Commute:

• Clarks, NE 68628-2831 (Required)

Work Location: In person