Systems Operator - 1st Shift Job at American Wood Fibers, Marion, VA

  • American Wood Fibers
  • Marion, VA

Job Description

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 1st Shift Systems Operato r role in our Marion, VA facility.

JOB SUMMARY

Works in a safe, efficient manner to maximize plant operations.

ESSENCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:

I. SYSTEMS OPERATIONS:

-Perform variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system and to ensure conformance to production and quality standards.

-Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.

-Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel.

-Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met.

-Record operating data, such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings.

-Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality.

II. QUALITY:

Maintains and verifies that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers. Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed.

III. SAFETY:

-Operates equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided.

-Keeps work area clean and organized.

-Utilizes all of the required PPE as required by the task being performed. THIS IS A HIGH DUST environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation.

-Helps keep others safe in the work place by looking out for them and participating in safety related improvements.

-Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment.

- Reports any accident, injury, damages to Supervisor immediately.

QUALIFICATONS:

High School Diploma or GED

Machine operation requires repetitive motion including twisting, bending, and lifting 20-40 pounds, 2-3 times per minute.

Must be able to stand continuously for 8-10-hour shifts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Standing/Walking: Prolonged periods (up to 12-hour shifts).
  • Lifting: Up to 50 lbs regularly.
  • Climbing/Bending/Kneeling: Frequent, for equipment access and maintenance.
  • Hand Use: Frequent use of hands for controls, tools, and sample collection.
  • Environment: High dust, noise, and temperature variation. PPE required.
  • Vision/Hearing: Must be able to read gauges, hear alarms, and communicate effectively.

BENEFITS

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

For consideration...

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

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Job Tags

Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift

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