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GENERAL PURPOSE:

Primary duties of an Equipment Operator:

* Operation of a lift truck (see lift truck job functions)

* Operation of a loader/skid-steer (see loader job functions)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Forklift Operator):

* Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner

* Material grading

* Placing processed material into inventory storage

* Monitor bale weights

* Complete all appropriate paperwork

* Perform pre-shift forklift inspection

* Perform routine preventive maintenance

* Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.

* Maintain safe and clean work environment

* Completes all assigned trainings.

* Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of WestRock

* Performs other job duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Loader Operator):

* Operating the loader as trained, assessed, and according to operators' manual

* Keeping belts full of material with a level load.

* Monitoring the material for contaminants; removing as needed

* Organizing work area (tip floor) to keep materials separate by grade and allow material drop offs by customers to be completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

* Communicate and work with the baler concerning changes in material flow (material, wet, size differences, heavy flow, grade changes, etc.). Let baler operator know what is coming to help minimize bale problems.

* Communicate and work with other loader operators, lift truck operators, and pedestrians due to shared workspace and responsibilities.

* Monitor customer movement in tipping areas, docks, and in plant to maximize safe conditions for both employees and customers

* Complete paperwork as required

General Responsibilities

* Proficient and diverse skills on a lift truck and loader

Maintenance Responsibilities:

* Daily maintenance check performed, paperwork filled, signed off out and turned in.

* Operator must blow out or vacuum the engine, radiator, and intake filters daily, and is responsible for cleanliness of the cab and windows. If cleaning materials are needed see maintenance or supervisor.

Housekeeping Responsibilities:

* Perform housekeeping duties in accordance with operation housekeeping plan

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Ability to meet physical demands below (or accommodated demands)

* Ability to communicate task and safety information appropriately

* Completion of a WestRock Loader Operator Training program (written materials)

* Completion of on-the-job-training for equipment specific tasks, with any corresponding documentation

* Documented assessment by a certified training instructor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Employee is required to: stand, talk, see, be mobile and hear.

In Terms of an 8-hour workday,

On the job employees must:

Not at all

Occasionally (<2 hours)

Frequently

(2-5 hours)

Continuously (5-8 hours)

Bend/Stoop

Climb

Reach above shoulder level

Kneel

Balance

Push/Pull

Use hands/fingers to handle/feel

Repetitive operations

In terms of a typical 8 hour workday,

Employees must lift:

Not at all

Occasionally (<2 hours)

Frequently (2-5 hours)

Continuously (5-8 hours)

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 55 pounds

This position has special vision requirements:

Close vision - clear vision at 20 inches or less.

Distance vision - clear vision at 20 feet or more.

Peripheral vision - ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down and/or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Ability to adjust focus - adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

The noise level that is typical for the work environment of this position is

Elevated noise (examples: machinery, forklifts, and air compressors)

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.