Lumber Tagger 1st Shift

Area of Interest

Manufacturing

General Summary

Are you a hard-working individual, looking for the opportunity to carve out a successful career in an organization where the spirits of family and hard work share equal billing? If so, the companies of Universal may be a good place for you! We are committed to rewarding skill, perseverance and an entrepreneurial attitude with opportunities for growth. Intrigued? Read on to learn more!
Position Overview

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required
• Must have working knowledge of lumber sizing and .
• Working and demonstrated knowledge of lumber identification principals (ie; quick identification of lumber species, styles, types and treatment levels with ease.
• Must have 3-6 months prior pneumatic tool experience.
• Prior label/tagging gun operation experience preferred
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work in a safe manner
• Ability to recognize size/grade/quality of material
• Ability to correctly read a tape measure and moisture meter
• Ability to understand basic math and numbers
• Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions
• Demonstrate ability to use and operate hand tools and other equipment as required
• Demonstrate ability to stack material properly
• Ability to pay attention to surroundings
• Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions
• Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to work under immediate supervision
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

Conduct

• Safety conscious
• Team player and goal oriented
• Open to change and positive attitude
• Committed to plant and company goals
• Participates in Safety and CI programs
• Punctual and reliable
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

Position will require bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting/carrying over 25 lbs, pushing/pulling, twisting, standing and walking.

Salary/Hourly

Hourly

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Moves and secures lumber products and other materials according to instructions
• Stacks finished products according to predetermined bundle sizes and/or customer requirements
• Labels material based on the following specifications: type, size, and count
• Applies individual tags to material before/after treating/production
• Uses a staple gun and troubleshoots equipment
• Bands, bundles and secures material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks
• Follows instructions for stacking material properly and according to company policy and customer requirements
• Ensures correct quantities and material are strapped, labeled before leaving the work area
• Maintains accurate inventory of tags and reports any problems or discrepancies to supervisor
• Records production on production sheets
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Assists with other work areas by moving material, loading and unloading material carts
• Participates in safety and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required