Combi Lift Operator - Wood A Crew
About The Position
TimberTech is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Combi Lift Operator for its Wood plant at the Prairie Avenue facility in Wilmington, Ohio. The operator safely moves finished goods and materials to support production, maneuvering a large, specialized Combi lift through narrow aisles, tight work areas, and spaces with limited clearance. The role requires dependability, attention to detail, heavy-equipment experience, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and safe operations. The position reports to the Production Supervisor. The schedule is A Crew, 6:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on a 2/2/3 schedule. Pay is $21.50 per hour. The position is eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $1,500 after three months and $1,500 after six months. The work involves operating a Combi lift for an entire 12-hour shift in a manufacturing environment, with temperatures that vary based on weather conditions. The operator must be able to handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds and frequently kneel, bend, climb, crawl, and lift overhead.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience operating large or heavy equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability and confidence to safely control large equipment in narrow aisles, confined work areas, and spaces with limited clearance.
- Ability to meet company qualification and certification requirements for assigned equipment.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing or process equipment and ability to follow standard operating and safety procedures.
- Sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively across teams and communicate clearly with production employees and leaders.
- Self-directed and dependable, with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
- Flexibility to adjust the work schedule, with or without notice, based on business needs.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for work instructions, safety requirements, and production documentation.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, and manipulate materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to operate a large, specialized Combi lift for an entire 12-hour shift and repeatedly maneuver it in narrow aisles, tight work areas, and spaces with limited clearance.
- Ability to frequently kneel, bend, climb, crawl, and lift overhead.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Combi lift or multidirectional forklift experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations to help maintain accident-free operations.
- Inspect the Combi lift and other assigned forklifts daily, confirm safe and proper operation, and promptly report concerns.
- Restock packaging supplies for production.
- Safely maneuver the Combi lift through narrow aisles, tight work areas, and limited-clearance spaces while transporting regrind, finished materials, and other products to designated areas.
- Wrap and band finished materials for safe handling and storage.
- Count, weigh, and record materials moved or handled as required.
- Communicate production issues, material needs, and other relevant information to Production Assistants, Operators, and Leads.
- Maintain adequate fuel levels in Combi lifts.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervision or management to support safe and efficient operations.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus, with $1,500 paid after three months and $1,500 paid after six months.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
