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 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 3rd Shift Pellet Mill / Systems Operator role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.
JOB SUMMARY
The Systems Operator will operate, set up, and adjust all machines and equipment in a computer-controlled manufacturing system.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
SYSTEMS OPERATIONS
- Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system and to ensure conformance to production and quality standards
- Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions
- Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel
- Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met
- Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings
- Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality
QUALITY
- Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers.
- Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed
SAFETY
- Operate equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided
- Keep work area clean and organized
- Utilize all of the required PPE as required by the task being performed. This is a HIGH DUST environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation
- Help keep others safe in the workplace by looking out for them and participating in safety-related improvements
- Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment
- Report any accident, injury, and/or damages to Supervisor immediately
OTHER ACTIVITIES
- Available to work on any assigned shift including scheduled overtime
- Establish personal growth and work with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 25-50lbs regularly
- Ability to respond quickly to sounds
- Ability to move safety over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
- Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
- Ability to work in extreme weather
- Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly
QUALIFICATIONS
1-3 years of Operating Experience
BENEFITS
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- Sunday - Friday
- Weekend availability
WORK SETTING
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Warehouse
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). If interested please apply at: https://awf.jotform.com/232075762423050. For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com AWF is an EEO employer.
Corporate Office
9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500
Columbia, MD 21046
800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700
Fax 410-290-6660
Other Locations
Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC
Visit us at: www.awf.com