General Plant Forklift - Swing - Roseburg, OR

Swanson Group, Inc.•Roseburg, OR

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. At Swanson Group, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence. We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success. Explore our current job openings and discover how you can become a valued member of the Swanson Group family today!

Requirements

must have excellent hand eye coordination.
Use vision/hearing continuously and must have peripheral vision to see forklifts and co-workers.
Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.
Worker generally works with another clean up member with little supervision.
Clean up members must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and make necessary decisions.
Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery.
Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy.
Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out).
Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection).
Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver).
Will be required to read and write during safety training.

Responsibilities

Perform pre shift forklift checks, fill out and turn in check sheet.
Transport lumber units from sawmill stackers as production requires.
Coordinate with Boiler Operator to load and unload kilns and transport units to appropriate storage area as directed by Boiler Supervisor.
Pull tickets off loads going onto the infeed of the kilns.
At Sawmill downtimes continue to be productive either by continuing to move wood (ask Boiler Supervisor for direction if needed) or by cleaning up in the yard.
Blow down forklift once a day during winter months, twice during summer months.
Keep boards picked up in your area.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The worker may be responsible for cleanup activity during down times or between shifts. This activity will consist of removing debris from the work area using a broom, rake, or shovel.
The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross-training purposes or to facilitate production. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual Job Descriptions.
Keep inside of forklift clean and windows as clean as possible.
Help with breaks/lunches for other outside drivers as needed.