What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Operator position at Georgia Pacific?
Crane Operator
**$21 /hr depending on experience. Quarterly bonus eligibility, competitive benefits, and 401(k)**
Your Job
This position is responsible for operating the Andritz Portal Cranes to unload and place logs into Logyard inventory while keeping the mill supplied with logs from inventory. You will also maintain safe and consistent operation of equipment throughout different areas. The successful candidate must be able to work any rotating shift including nights, holidays and weekends as well as become CPR certified and First-Aid trained. The expected schedule for this role is 12-hr shifts on night shift.
Our Team
Georgia-Pacific is a leader in the forest products industry. Our Brookneal facility located in Gladys, VA is a Building Products facility that makes Oriented Strand Board (OSB). This state-of-the-art facility is committed to providing a safe work environment for all of its employees. We are currently recruiting for a Crane Operator role in Gladys, VA.
What You Will Do
- Operating of the mill's gantry crane. This includes safe and efficient operation of a series of electric controls to effect movement of the gantry crane and positioning of the clam shell buckets is a significant aspect of this job.
- Performing tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment, working in high (up to 125 ft) and/or confined spaces.
- Working closely with the Slasher Operator to supply the logs to maintain consistent operation of Debarking and Stranding.
- Communicating with Log Truck Drivers to ensure their safety and reporting issues and concerns immediately; communicating with Scalehouse to ensure proper tracking of inventory.
- Learning to operate the Portal Cranes, Strander area and Loader operations to produce quality products that meet the specifications set forth in the control plan.
- Communicating with maintenance staff and all teammates, for other guidance that will enable them to safely and effectively troubleshoot any equipment performance issues.
- Operating log handling equipment as needed to maintain wood to slashers.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least (1) one year of industrial manufacturing experience
- Experience using a computer or tablet for email, record-keeping and documentation functions
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience operating Portal Gantry Crane
- Experience working in lumber or wood products
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Who We Are
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Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
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