Combi Lift Operator - Wood A Crew
About The Position
TimberTech is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Combi Operator for its Wood plant at the Prairie Avenue facility in Wilmington, Ohio. The role involves safely and precisely operating a large specialized Combi lift in narrow aisles, tight work areas, and spaces with limited clearance to keep production moving by delivering finished goods and materials where needed. 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 rotation. 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 operator supports safe and efficient manufacturing operations by inspecting and maintaining assigned equipment, transporting and handling materials, replenishing packaging supplies, recording material movements, and communicating production needs and issues. The role requires confidence maneuvering large equipment in confined spaces throughout a 12-hour shift, dependable teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety, environmental, quality, and operating requirements.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience operating large or heavy equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- 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 the 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, including repeated maneuvering in narrow aisles, tight work areas, and spaces with limited clearance.
- Ability to frequently kneel, bend, climb, crawl, and lift overhead.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with temperatures that vary based on weather conditions.
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 they operate safely and properly, and promptly report concerns.
- Restock packaging supplies for production.
- Safely maneuver the Combi lift through narrow aisles, tight work areas, and areas with limited clearance 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, paid as $1,500 after three months and $1,500 after six months.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
