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Rex Lumber Operator Machine in Brookhaven, Mississippi

*SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS *

Operate and monitor area equipment throughout the mills and yard to ensure to include: hang-ups with lumber or equipment, position of lumber when reaching next machine center.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * 

  • Set-up, operate and maintain machine centers in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures 
  • Clear lumber/equipment hang-ups 
  • Ensure lumber is in proper position before arriving at next machine center 
  • Clean and align optimizers and change saws and guides as needed 
  • Clean workstation and surrounding area making sure it is clean and free of debris 
  • Lubricate components as necessary 
  • Control machine center input and output, lumber flow and speed 
  • Complete production tallies, downtime tallies and daily reports as required 
  • Stop or reset equipment or machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor 
  • Assist other operators loading and unloading lumber as necessary 
  • Participate in action planning process 
  • All other duties assigned by supervisor 

      

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Possess adequate fitness and stamina in order to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks.   
  • Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors 
  • Able to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others involved in keeping operations running smoothly. 
  • Able to perform the job with limited supervision 
  • Understand basic mathematical skills 
  • Understand basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations 
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed 
  • Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly 
  • Arrive on time and stay on task in order to contribute to better output and reaching production goals. 
  • Able to work well in an industrial environment, and as part of a team. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

  • Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods of time.  
  • Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs. 
  • Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time 
  • Ability to work outside in all conditions. 
  • Must be comfortable working around loud equipment. 
  • Able to work while in a harness at heights over 4 feet. 
  • Able to lift 50 lbs. throughout work shift  

*SAFETY  *

  • Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations. 
  • Wear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear. 
  • Report immediately to your supervisor or any available supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly to           eliminate unsafe conditions 
  • Do not enter restricted areas. 
  • Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge. 
  • Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating. 
  • Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers. 
  • Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back. 
  • Never approach a saw while it is still running. 
  • Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company. 

       

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