Packaging Machine Operator- 2nd Shift

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operatorrole in our Schofield, WI facility.

JOB SUMMARY

The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize hands-on production and shipping of wood shavings.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY

Attend monthly safety meetings

Wear PPE as required

Attend trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient results

PRODUCTION

Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner producing packaged materials for AWF customers

Confers with shift supervisor and follows through with assigned work duties

Assist with cleaning up work area

Place an empty bag on the fill tube, seal, place in master pack, and hand palletize (up to 40 lbs.)

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Perform outside duties to include sweeping, picking up debris, watering flowers and shrubbery, shoveling snow, and deicing walkways as required

QUALITY

Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop

Previous mobile equipment and/or forklift preferred PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly

Ability to respond quickly to sounds

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces

Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations

Ability to work in extreme weather

Be able to climb stairs and/or ladder to the stacking station areas

Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly

Candidate MUST be able to work in a smoke-free environment EXPERIENCE

Manufacturing: 1 Year (Preferred)

BENEFITS

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance SCHEDULE

Sunday - Thursday

Overtime-eligible

For consideration...

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

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Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

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