Peeler Operator

Stella Jones•Goodwater, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified Peeler Operator for our utility pole operations in Goodwater, Alabama. This role operates the pole shaver and related system components in a productive, efficient and safe manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Scaling experience and peeler experience is helpful
Experience with minor mechanical repairs, hydraulics, and electrical preferred
Mobile Equipment certification preferred
Good eye/hand coordination
Good paperwork skills
Keeps an organized work area
Able to diagnose and trouble shoot potential issues
Knowledge of ANSI standards preferred
Knowledge of grading, defect, species

Responsibilities

Processes barkie poles through shaving machine, clean bark removal and smooth shaves poles
Maintains shaver system equipment including daily service of parts, grease, inspect, and cleaning
Changes and maintains cutter parts, properly sets and calibrates knives for optimum efficiency
Secures operating systems by established start-up and shut-down procedures
Documents and reports quality, mechanical and operations production to the supervisor
Assists in maintenance and repair of system equipment as required
Assists in receipt of inbound materials, tally and marks loads, and records information
Assists in inspection and reclassification of round stock as required
Assists in loading and unloading of products, sets dunnage, loads trucks, rail cars and bands loads
Assists in cutting, loading and shipment of salvage logs and firewood
Communicates production quality concerns with appropriate individuals
Participates and contributes to company safety program
Perform other related duties as assigned