Weyerhaeuser’s log yard facility in Cottageville, South Carolina has an opening for a Lead Operator. This position is part of Southern Timberland’s marketing organization. The position will serve as the lead member of the flow-to-work log yard team, operating various pieces of log handling equipment, participating in various yard activities, and contributing to a safe and efficient working environment.
This is a full-time hourly day shift position reporting to the Export Yard Manager.
We are targeting a pay range of $27.00 – $32.00 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k plans, vacation, and holidays.
This position is eligible for a $1500 sign-on bonus. Details on payout are made available at the time of offer.
Key Functions:
- Lead a team of hourly production workers in the safe and efficient operation of a log yard
- Safely and competently operate all the equipment associated with a log yard; knuckle boom, front end loader, yard truck, skid steer, ag tractors, etc.
- Perform basic equipment and facility maintenance
- Recognize log sorts and place them in the appropriate inventory storage
- Collaborate with team members, as well as work independently
- Contribute positively within a highly efficient and safe work team
- Adapt to job assignment changes and flow to work as needed
- Perform overtime duties when needed to meet customer demands
- Prioritize work schedule and work under pressure
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two to three years’ experience operating log handling equipment
- One to two years’ experience in a lead role
- Valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated adherence to safety practices.
- Solid work history, including work in an industrial environment.
- Strong communication and listening skills.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screen
About Timberlands
We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.
For more than a century, we’ve been taking care of forests to make life better.
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.
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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