Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Job Description & Duties:
The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of mill employees, visitors, property, and operations. This position controls site access, monitors surveillance systems, coordinates emergency response, documents truck scale transactions, and serves as the primary point of contact during off-hours. The Security Guard also supports shipping documentation, call-out procedures, and environmental monitoring requirements. This list is not all inclusive, and job duties can be added as needed.
- Safety & Compliance
- Monitor entrances, gates, and property using surveillance systems.
- Contact emergency responders (police, fire, medical) when necessary.
- Monitor fire alarm panel and verify alarm conditions.
- Coordinate attendance accountability for visitors during evacuations.
- Enforce visitor safety procedures including required safety video and PPE.
- Monitor weather conditions and initiate snow/ice removal call-outs.
- Use company surveillance systems to ensure gates and doors are secured.
- Control facility access, enforce escort requirements for non-authorized personnel, and escort unauthorized individuals off the property when required.
- Quality Control & Record Keeping
- Maintain visitor sign-in/out logs and badge tracking.
- Record employee call-offs and maintenance call-outs.
- Document truck weights, trailer numbers, and release numbers.
- Process Bills of Lading and necessary shipping documentation.
- Maintain key control logs and lock box records.
- Track trailer movements using camera and guardhouse systems to guide visitors appropriately and ensure they exit the premises.
- Record sludge, fiber, and live load transactions accurately.
- Maintain chain of custody and associated documentation for environmental and lab samples, while monitoring and logging water meter readings and required environmental checks.
- File and organize daily paperwork and reports.
- Provide application information to prospective employees.
- Equipment Operation & Process Control
- Operate truck scale and weighing software systems.
- Weigh inbound and outbound trucks, verify tare and gross weights, and assist in coordinating live load weight adjustments.
- Inspect sludge trucks for safe transport levels per Weighmaster certification regulations.
- Process fiber transactions and live unload documentation.
- Issue visitor PPE and badges.
- Operate communication systems (phones, radios, security software).
- Monitor mil camera surveillance systems.
- Open and close gates for deliveries and authorized entry.
- Coordinate truck routing and parking locations.
- Accept and distribute package deliveries (UPS, FedEx, Amazon).
- Support after-hours shipping and receiving documentation.
- Direct drivers to proper departments and notify personnel of arrivals.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Identify suspicious activity and respond appropriately.
- Resolve driver issues and communicate with departments.
- Troubleshoot discrepancies in shipping paperwork and release numbers.
- Report malfunctioning gates, scales, alarms, or security equipment through AEPM Work Order System.
- Maintain cleanliness of guard shack and surrounding entry areas.
- Clear snow and ice from entrances, ramps, and walkways.
- Initiate work orders for property or equipment concerns.
- Handle emergency situations with urgency and sound judgment.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Competencies:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Security, dispatch, logistics, or industrial experience preferred.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Weighmaster certification.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations with strong conflict resolution and communication skills.
- Basic computer and data entry proficiency.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good judgment and decision-making ability with dependability and consistency in completing tasks.
- Ability to work independently, especially during off-hours.
- Willingness to learn and take initiative in supporting business needs.
- Reliable team player with a positive and proactive work ethic.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Work Environment:
- Indoor guardhouse and outdoor trailer exposure.
- Work in and around the production facility which may involve uneven surfaces and loud machinery.
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and computer use for extended periods.
- Shift work required, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.