Hood Industries
Utilities Manager Job in Waynesboro, MS
Primary purpose of the cleanup/utility position will be responsible for cleaning designated areas in the production areas of: lumber, bark, and sawdust using a variety of hand and mechanical tools/equipment in a safe and efficient manner, assuring smooth and efficient machinery operation as well as providing for a safe workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
Use an assortment of hand tools to complete daily clean-up duties, such as air hoses, shovels, etc.
Operate Forklift, Bobcat and Knuckle Boom.
Work with minimal supervision, in a safe and productive manner.
Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
Work safely and follow proper lockout procedures.
Adhere to all safety, health, policies, procedures and guidelines. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must work well with others.
**Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
Essentials of Job:
Ability to work in small, tight, confined, dark areas; climb ladders and steps, work safely on uneven ground.
Safely operate assigned mobile equipment to perform job duties.
Safely operate assigned machine centers.
Lift, push, pull by hand various weights (light to heavy) of lumber, bark and sawdust.
Stand or walk for long periods of time.
Use various hand tools safely and efficiently: shovels, brooms, rakes, chain saws etc.
Communicate with and follow directions from supervisors and maintenance personnel.
Willing and able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
Willing and able to work perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours per day.
Working Conditions
Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Willing and able to work in a hot, cold, noisy, industrial environment.
Preferred Requirement/Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in working in wood products.
Experience operating a forklift, knuckle boom or bobcat.
Essential Physical Functions:
Walking and climbing to access key areas of the sawmill, planer, break rooms, and bathrooms; utilizing steps, ladder, or foot holds to access areas for routine cleaning
Kneeling to blow down key areas or to remove debris from under machinery
Lifting to remove boards from the ground
Pushing and pulling boards
Overhead reaching to secure harnesses for working at heights • Carrying debris, boards, and tools
Gripping to manipulate boards, pick up debris, and handling materials and equipment
BENEFITS
Employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, cancer, life, and LTD, available first of
the month following completion of one month of continuous full time employment.
Competitive Wages and 401(k) with company match.
One week of vacation after only six (6) months of employment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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
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