Mill Associate - Hood Industries : Job Details

Mill Associates are responsible for the sorting, cutting and processing of raw materials into lumber and timber products of various sizes. Mill workers oversee the unloading and stacking of materials at mill. Equipment maintenance, inventory management, quality control and safety. Assisting warehouse and loading trucks when needed.

* Operates forklift truck during the loading and unloading of lumber material

* Utilize cutting tools and equipment such as power saw and circular saw

* Entails overseeing the sorting arrangement of lumber according to size

* Guide lumber through mill equipment, and planning mill for fine finishing and processing.

* Take inventory and maintain accurate record of material, process orders

* Maximize production time and finish product yield

* Performs quality control on finished products

* Maintains PPE and safety equipment

* Ability to calculate tallies ( understand difference between LF & BF )

* Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during work operations

* Physical strength, dexterity and stamina

* Manages routine maintenance and necessary repairs on equipment

* Assures that stock is handled properly and rotated to minimize waste and damage.

* Forklift Certification required

* Works with inside and outside sales staff as needed to provide sales support and/or information

Requirements/Qualifications:

* High School diploma

* Some experience in warehouse operations, distribution, etc. in building materials or related product areas. Forklift operation certification and hardwood knowledge is preferred.

Additional Information:

Employee benefits including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, flexible spending account, life, 401k, LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full time employment

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer