Utility

Job Type: Full Time (50+hours) 

Monday - Friday with an Occasional Saturday 

REPORTS TO: Area Supervisor  

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS 

Ensure all areas of the mill are safe, clean and free of trash, debris and waste  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Collect and dispose of stray trash, debris, and waste 
• Empty trash containers as required 
• Must be able to use a shovel properly 
• Operate machinery, or other equipment as required 
• Understand basic machine components and operation 
• 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
• 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  

• Must be able to work a 12 hour shift
• 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
• Must be comfortable working around loud equipment 
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions 
• 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
• Do not enter restricted areas
• Report immediately to the supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
• Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
• 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

COMPANY BENEFITS 

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career.  Apalachee Pole Company, INC is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience.  If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.  

We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:

• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program

            Additionally, we offer:

• Safety Incentives
• Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
• Conditional Relocation Assistance 
• Conditional Tuition Assistance 
• On-the-Job Training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours 
• Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program