Machine Operator

Rex Lumber, LLC.•Graceville, FL

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates and monitors equipment throughout the mills and yard, including watching for lumber or equipment hang-ups and ensuring lumber is properly positioned as it reaches the next machine center. The role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining machine centers according to Standard Operating Procedures; controlling lumber flow and machine-center input and output; completing production and downtime tallies and reports; and assisting other operators with loading and unloading lumber. Operators also clean and maintain work areas and equipment, address machine jams and malfunctions, and report problems to a supervisor. The position requires following company safety procedures, using required protective equipment, and working in an industrial environment that may include outdoor conditions, loud equipment, and work at heights while wearing a harness.

Requirements

Adequate fitness and stamina to perform strenuous and physically demanding tasks.
Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions from supervisors.
Ability to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others to help keep operations running smoothly.
Ability to perform the job with limited supervision.
Basic mathematical skills.
Understanding of basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and determine when and what type of maintenance is needed.
Ability to monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure machinery is operating properly.
Punctuality and ability to stay on task to support output and production goals.
Ability to work well in an industrial environment and as part of a team.
Ability to walk, climb, or stand for long periods; bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach; and exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously.
Ability to work outdoors in all conditions and around loud equipment.
Ability to work in a harness at heights over 4 feet.
Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the work shift.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and maintain machine centers in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Clear lumber and equipment hang-ups and ensure lumber is properly positioned before it reaches the next machine center.
Clean and align optimizers and change saws and guides as needed.
Clean the workstation and surrounding area, keeping it free of debris.
Lubricate components as necessary.
Control machine-center input and output, lumber flow, and speed.
Complete production tallies, downtime tallies, and daily reports as required.
Stop or reset equipment when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Assist other operators with loading and unloading lumber as necessary.
Participate in the action planning process and perform other duties assigned by a supervisor.
Follow area- and machine-center-specific safety regulations, wear required personal protective equipment, inspect equipment and the work area before operation, use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate, and report unsafe or improperly functioning equipment.
Avoid restricted areas, request help when a task exceeds individual knowledge, use proper lifting techniques, and never approach a saw while it is running.