Excavating/Loading Machine Operator jobs in North Dakota

Pallet Line Machine Operator

Job Description

This position will operate on the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the pallet production lines/machines. This team member will help conduct routinely scheduled maintenance and be responsible for helping resolve any mechanical issues, delays, breakdowns, and repair regarding the production and conveyor line.

The ideal candidate for this position must possess strong mechanical skills and have experience in a production background, preferably in pallet manufacturing and repair.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

Understanding of the mechanics of production line operations

Experience in conveyor line repair

Ability to provide general overall facility mechanical skills

Intermediate computer skills

Must have basic math skills

Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures

Must be able to deal with stressful situations, meeting deadlines and tight scheduling requirements

Must be able to shift priorities easily

Must have responsible work habits

Must be detail-oriented

Must be able to multi-task

Must be prompt and on time and have good attendance record

Must have responsible work habits

Must be a team player

Safety, Sanitation, Security

Demonstrate awareness of company safety policies and procedures and ensure that all safety procedures and policies are followed

Identify and report safety hazards

Encourage others to work safely

Operate in compliance with OSHA and other appropriate standards

Communication

Communicate with the pallet production line team

Interact with management on a daily basis to achieve unified goals

Attend and/or conduct any necessary training regarding the production lines and safety

Any and all other Duties as assigned by management and deemed necessary for optimal operations, performance and productivity

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is required

Must be eighteen years of age or older

Minimum one (1) years of production line maintenance experience, pallet manufacturing and/or repair, or a combination thereof

Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

Must be comfortable working in extreme temperatures of hot, cold and/or dry and loud environments

Must be capable of sitting, standing and walking for extended periods on concrete or hard surfaces

Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis

Requires periods during which continuous physical exertion is required such as lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward requiring the ability to regularly lift 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assistance and using proper lifting techniques

Have the ability to withstand loud noises and multiple distractions

Available to work overtime and weekends if and when needed

Other Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Initiative: Ability to think and take constructive action at work without being urged; skill and ability in taking the lead in forwarding new ideas or work methods

Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to change or adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures or to reschedule activities in response to changing conditions or multiple work demands

Teamwork: Ability to work well with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, and foster a team climate within the group where members are committed to a common goal

Problem Solving: Using a systematic and effective approach in analyzing information in order to come up with good business solutions to problems

Knowing the Business: Maintain a high level of knowledge of warehouse or pallet operations, products, etc. Understands company's values and culture. Understands the impact of inventory accuracy on costs and profits

Foundational Skills: Ability to understand written material and basic math skills.

This position starts at $19-$21/hour DOE

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance after 30 days.

Paid holiday and PTO.