General Labor KV

Description

Basic Function: Performs a variety of operations in various areas to support the manufacturing operations of the lumber yard.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Stacks lumber in pile down according to specie, grade and length by reading markings on board, following verbal instructions, or tag/orders.  
2. Works at fast pace.
3. Assists in banding operations.
4. Assists maintenance department with painting, cleaning of machines, floors, yard work, etc.
5. Follows all safety policies and practices while working around heavy machinery including the lumber handling machine and forklifts.   
6. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Previous experience with Chain saw, bander, band cutters, stapler are a plus
• Physical demands
• Stands 9-10 hours per day.  
• Frequently lifts, 40-70% of normal work day, material weighing 5-25 lbs.  
• Occasionally, up to 15% of normal workday, lifts material weighing over 60 lbs.  
• Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Inside and outside conditions, cold and hot temperature changes, wet, humid, noise, vibration, hazards, fumes, odors, dust
• Physical and Visual Activities: Standing, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, balancing, feeling, hearing. 
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Forklift license a plus

THE HARTZELL DIFFERENCE

Hartzell Hardwoods has been an innovator and leader in the hardwood industry since 1875, from the company’s pioneering role in the steaming of walnut to its current position as a leading producer of top-quality thick lumber. The company was exclusively in the walnut business until the early 1960’s; today it also produces white oak, red oak, ash, and cherry. Hartzell Hardwoods produces 22 million board feet of lumber annually, operates 36 kilns, and also houses a high-tech stacker/grader station. Long recognized as a worldwide leader in walnut and top-quality thick lumber, Hartzell Hardwood’s philosophy continues to be characterized by innovation, quality, and integrity.

Benefits 

Medical

Dental

Vision 401k with Company Match

On-Demand Payment of accrued wages

Flexible Spending Account

24/7 Access to Medical Care Via TextCare

Fitness Reimbursement

Short-Term Disability

Starting at 80 hours of VAC

16 Personal Hours

10 Paid Holidays

Voluntary Life Insurance

Long-Term-Disability & LTD Buy-Up

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness

Tuition Reimbursement

Direct Pay for Safety Shoes and prescription safety glasses.

Employee Assistance Program