Production Associate

Hood Lumber • Silver Creek, MS

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Hood Industries, Inc. is a blend of wood manufacturing and distribution concerns that include plywood, lumber manufacturing plants, and twenty-three specialty wood product distribution operations, located in fifteen states serving northeast, southeast, and southwest United States.
We are hiring production positions at our lumber mill located in Silver Creek, MS. We are seeking high performing and motivated team players to join our team and grow with us. The positions are entry level positions that have opportunities for advancement.
The primary purpose of a production associate is being responsible for cleaning designated areas in the production areas of lumber, bark, and sawdust using a variety of hand and mechanical tools/equipment safely and efficiently, assuring smooth and efficient machinery operation as well as providing for a safe workplace.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and responsibly.
• Ability to understand, clearly communicate, and follow all safety rules and policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, grasping and standing for up to 12 hours per day.
• Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures and dusty and noisy conditions.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. throughout the work shift.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to working safely and following safety rules/procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Cross-train on production equipment.
• Load or unload materials and products from machines.
• Monitor machines to ensure continued movement of lumber and materials throughout the mill.
• Perform cleanup activities throughout the mill.
• Use an assortment of hand tools to complete daily clean-up duties such as air hoses, shovels, brooms, blower, wheel barrel, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Observes all safety requirements, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient production.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Benefits

• Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, flexible spending account, life, 401k, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees