Kiln Forklift Operator

Weyerhaeuser’s Idabel, OK lumber manufacturing facility is seeking a skilled Continuous Drying Kiln Operator/Forklift Operator with a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of large forklift operation and the ability to ensure quality lumber drying.

We are seeking individuals who are committed to safety, motivated to work, and work as a team member.

Key Functions:

• Operate a large forklift to move packs of green lumber from the sawmill.

• Correctly stack the lumber on kiln carts for drying.

• Breakdown carts of dried lumber and place packs of dried lumber onto the track system to feed the lumber to the planer mill.

• Operate and maintain CDK kilns

  : troubleshooting, ID parts, instrument calibration, maintenance, and PMs for quality purposes.

• Manage lumber rotation (green and dry) and follow QC guidelines (track/file control charts, audits, etc.) for drying lumber.

• High School diploma/GED required.
• 3 to 5 years of relative work experience documented with attached resume..
• Able to work safely and follow all company policies and procedures.
• Experience operating a large forklift in a production environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Good decision-making skills.
• Able to conduct visual equipment inspections, perform basic preventive maintenance and assist maintenance in troubleshooting/improving equipment.
• Must be willing to work a 12-hour, rotating/variable shift.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment.
• Successful completion of assessment process, background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience drying lumber.

This position is designated by Weyerhaeuser as safety-sensitive. As a result, you will be subject to pre-employment testing for cannabis and its metabolites. A positive test result for marijuana (including THC) may disqualify you from employment, even if you hold a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

About Wood Products:

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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