Log Yard Operator - 1st Shift

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 Log Yard Operator role in our Jamestown, CA facility.

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

• PRODUCTION
• Work closely with other shavers to keep production of wood shavings on track to meet shift goals
• Must keep shavers operational and at their best efficiency at all times – includes filling up the shaver boxes, monitoring equipment, and effectively moving logs around the log yard
• Cut logs to specifications and maintain an orderly yard for inventory counts
• Evaluate logs before unloading from freight shipments
• Monitor the quality of the shavings being produced.
• Uphold and obey all warnings and safety precautions used in the plant

• Safely operate industrial equipment including: articulated wheel loader, knuckle boom, and skid steer
• Clean and maintain the machine with regular greasing and cleaning of all necessary systems
• Coordinate with truck drivers in the yard to maintain a path in and out of the plant, while keeping everyone safe and out of harm’s way
• Responsible for the movement of wood – logs throughout the log yard
• Must be able to safely operate around people and other machinery
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• SAFETY
• Participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in necessary training sessions and achieves satisfactory results on required tests.