Job description
Hunt Forest Products in Pollock, LA is seeking to fill various utility positions. This full-time, entry level position is just the start to a vast and long-term career in manufacturing. Hunt Forest Products offers many benefits along with a varied shift schedule to accommodate a work/life balance. Promotional opportunities abound for those who demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, safety mindset, attention to attendance and developed skill sets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform general clean-up and safety activities including sweeping, trash collection, feeding waste materials into dry hog.
- Cleaning and painting of equipment and structures.
- Work well with others in a team environment.
- Train in various areas of wood production to gain knowledge for future advancement.
- Follow all company safety rules and PPE use.
- Follow all company rules and procedures regarding daily work activity.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Previous work experience that demonstrates the ability to hold employment for significant periods of time (1 year or greater). First time employment seekers are welcome.
- Must be flexible to work 12-hour shifts that include rotating days/nights, weekends and holidays.
Physical and Safety Requirements: (This is a safety sensitive position)
- Ability to work in an industrial environment that includes heat, cold and noise.
- Safely operate assigned tools and equipment.
- Safely maneuver around moving machinery, uneven ground, steps, ladders and stairs.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Adherence to consistent hydration schedule.
- Ability to lift, push, pull and have exposure to various weights and sizes of veneer, plywood, lumber, bark and sawdust.
- Ability to lift over shoulder/head height.
- Ability to stoop, walk, stand, push, pull, bend, kneel, climb as to demonstrate a range of motion needed to complete assigned work during 12-hour shifts.
- Must be able to hear, read and see directions; instructions and/or signals.
- Clearly communicate safety issues and concerns as they appear.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $16.75 per hour
Schedule:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Referral bonus program
- Sign-on bonus available for new hires (rehires ineligible).
- Weekend shift differential pay for weekend rotations shifts.
- Tuition reimbursement