Machine Operator

"Where our people and our products are essential"

We are looking to hire a qualified Forklift Operator for our operations in Savannah, TN.  This role will perform operational work related to load and unload trucks with railroad ties, and stacking/unstacking cribs of railroad ties.  Schedule is Monday-Friday:  6am-3pm.

Responsibilities:

• Operate 36,000lb forklift while transporting stacks and bundles or railroad ties throughout the plant. To operate proficiently, individual must operate consistently at or above target production levels.
• Completes daily inspection and maintenance report for assigned machine and identifies operational issues.
• Takes initiative to aid supervisors to make sure procedures as followed correctly.
• Participates and contributes to company safety program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• One-year experience in heavy industrial machine operations
• Good eye/hand coordination
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
• Wood products experience preferred

 Employee Benefits:

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package
• Several company-paid benefits including:
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Click to apply and start the process to join the Stella-Jones team!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled