Veneer Prep Forklift Driver - Swing - Springfield Plywood

Swanson Group, Inc.•Springfield, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate forklift to load/unload machine centers and keeping area clean. This role involves performing general cleanup as directed by the supervisor, organizing and planning veneer needs for each machine center, coordinating veneer needs for changeovers to minimize downtime, and maintaining infeeds and outfeeds for efficient operation. Additional duties may be assigned for production or cross-training purposes.

Requirements

Must have excellent hand eye coordination.
Use vision/hearing continuously.
Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.
The worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators 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 communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver).
Will be required to read and write during safety training.
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of anything over 50 lbs requires the assistance of a lifting device or another person.