Swing Warehouse Mentor Trainee

SUMMARY: Provides direction, support and training to swing shift crew. Operates forklift to provide veneer to be graded/batched and manage veneer inventories. Loads and unloads trucks, containers, and rail cars.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure safe operation of forklifts and conduct general maintenance including daily inspections.
• Unload and load trucks according to procedure.
• Tag loads as they come off trucks and put them in warehouse.
• Computer skills, including frequent use of Microsoft D365.
• Demonstrated ability to receive and correct PO’s
• Act as primary trainer for batching and forklift operators on swing shift
• Prioritize batching list and make sure relay’s get done in a timely manner
• Ensure safe operation of load turner and banding chopper
• Perform walks outside of building for cleanliness and safety
• Able to perform substitutions; physically & virtually
• Keep inventory organized
• Communicate via email / text with main plant about orders
• Ensure that safety, quality, & production goals are met.
• Communicate with day shift supervisor about safety, quality, & production issues
• Continuously improve efficiency of production in batching
• Cut veneer material to specifications
• Understand evacuation procedures
• Secure building and parking lot at end of shift
• Ensure safe operation of company vehicles and report deficiencies
• Cycle Count Inventory both Hardwood and Composites
• Stage core in the north building for the following morning transportation
• Know the difference between species of Hardwoods
• Able to grade hardwood to HPVA/ANSI standards
• Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
• Take leadership courses when offered
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Must support the team in achieving all Safety, Production and Quality goals.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Prior leadership experience desired
• Proficiency with Microsoft suite and ERP
• Forklift certification to be obtained within the first 30 days.
• Knowledge of using label maker and receiving station to printout tickets.
• Working knowledge of paint striping system on veneer.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to walk and stand over 2/3 of your shift.
• Ability to sit over 2/3 of your shift.
• Ability to use and reach with your hands and arms.
• Ability to climb or balance over 1/3 of your shift.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl over 1/3 of your shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Use of personal protective equipment is always required. (Hearing protection and safety glasses)
• General mill environment. High noise, dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic.
• Frequent outdoors – hot and cold conditions.
• Fast paced environment.