Yard Operator
Sandpoint, ID
United States
Job posting date
1 year ago
Stella-Jones seeks a qualified Yard Operator for our Sandpoint, ID operations. The primary function is responsibility for inspection, grading, manufacturing of barkies and shaved poles for inventory.
Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:00a-3:30p
Responsibilities:
- Inspection of barkie inbounds to ensure compliance with Company standards.
- Classification and manufacture of all round stock by latest specifications on ANSI, ASTM, or corporate standards.
- Inspect round stock purchased and shaved for conformance with standards.
- Document and report production classifications or material processing through the shaver, including identification of month and year shaved, circumference, class, and length on inventory.
- Maintain and operate chainsaw in a safe, efficient manner.
- Assist in receipt of inbound barkies, tally and mark loads, and record information on daily inbound report as required.
- Assist in loading and unloading of products, set dunnage, load railroad cars and trucks, band loads, and tally.
- Assist in pole inspection of finished goods as required.
- Assist as a helper in other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Forest products experience – knowledge of species, defects, etc. preferred
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to compute units of size and use/read a tape measure
- Good eye/hand coordination
- Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication
- Computer proficiencies in MS Office
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
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled