Back-Up Lead

Boise Cascade•Thorsby, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boise Cascade's most valuable asset is its employees. Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer: Medical + Prescription Drug Dental + Vision 401(k) Retirement Savings Follow all plant safety and environmental guidelines and procedures while reporting potential safety hazards Serves as the backup lead on the crew and works to help manage the crew and all the daily operations. Performing housekeeping functions to help keep machinery functioning; reduce safety hazards and maintain the appearance of the plant. Troubleshoot, correct, and report maintenance issues on plant equipment Perform minor routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs to ensure machine reliability. General cleaning, machine operation, loading and unloading, stacking, product grading, operating a forklift, and any other tasks as business demands. Perform multiple and varied tasks in the production environment to meet goals and by creating a safe work environment for all employees.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
At least six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry, mechanical, construction, warehouse, or military environment
Experience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functions
Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime
Willing and able to work a rotating twelve (12) hour shift (days and nights)
Willing and able to work in a hot, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environment
Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
Willing and able to wear safety equipment, i.e.: safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, and other PPE as required by specific jobs
Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year of experience working as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment
Experience operating a forklift
Experience working in lumber or wood products
Experience troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Follow all plant safety and environmental guidelines and procedures while reporting potential safety hazards
Serves as the backup lead on the crew and works to help manage the crew and all the daily operations.
Performing housekeeping functions to help keep machinery functioning; reduce safety hazards and maintain the appearance of the plant.
Troubleshoot, correct, and report maintenance issues on plant equipment
Perform minor routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs to ensure machine reliability.
General cleaning, machine operation, loading and unloading, stacking, product grading, operating a forklift, and any other tasks as business demands.
Perform multiple and varied tasks in the production environment to meet goals and by creating a safe work environment for all employees.