Boiler / Dry Kiln Helper

Mullican Flooring is seeking highly a motivated individual that wants a long-term career in hardwood flooring manufacturing. We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated and has a willingness to learn and grow within our Company.

This is an entry level position that consists of assisting our boiler/kiln operators with operating and tending to our boiler to dry lumber, providing plant security, and fire watch. The Boiler/Dry Kiln Helper is someone with little to no experience that has initiative and a willingness to gain knowledge of the standard operating procedures to potentially become an experienced Boiler/Kiln Operator. Our wood-fired boiler is a water-containing vessel that generates steam.  The steam is then transferred to the lumber kilns to dry the lumber.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

• Hourly rounds/walk throughs throughout the mill.
• Responsible for cleaning up the boiler area and reporting of any potential dangers.
• Assist boiler operator as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
  Requirements:
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays according to schedule
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Perform a variety of duties which may often change
• Evaluate information using measurable standards
• Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to complete daily reports as required
• Understand basic mathematical skills
• Understand basic machine components and operation
• Solid decision-making skills

Safety:

• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required
• Do not enter restricted areas
• Report immediately to 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 techniques by pushing, pulling, and lifting with your legs and not your back
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company

We offer the following benefits:

• Anticipated Minimum - Maximum Salary - $18.25 - $19/hour*
• Full Time - 3rd Shift
• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacations and 9 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

*The listed pay range reflects our anticipated hiring range. Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.*

By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered.”