Packaging Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets.

AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue.

We are currently seeking a candidate for the 3rd Shift Packaging Machine Operator role in our Circleville, OH facility.

The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize hands-on production and shipping of wood shavings.

• PRODUCTION Operate baler in a safe and efficient manner producing packaged materials for our customers Confer with shift supervisor and follows through with assigned work duties Assist in cleaning up work area
• Operate baler in a safe and efficient manner producing packaged materials for our customers
• Confer with shift supervisor and follows through with assigned work duties
• Assist in cleaning up work area
• SHIPPING May operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged material May also be required to load AWF and customer trailers May be asked to complete paperwork for shipping Perform inspection of product and rework damaged or non-conforming product as needed
• May operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged material
• May also be required to load AWF and customer trailers
• May be asked to complete paperwork for shipping
• Perform inspection of product and rework damaged or non-conforming product as needed
• QUALITY Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
• Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers
• Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
• SAFETY Attend monthly safety meetings Wear required PPE Attend safety trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient results
• Attend monthly safety meetings
• Wear required PPE
• Attend safety trainings as needed and complete required testing with sufficient results

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
• Previous mobile equipment and/or forklift preferred

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds
• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
• Ability to work in extreme weather
• Be able to climb stairs and/or ladder to the stacking station areas
• Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly
• Candidate MUST be able to work in a smoke-free environment

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance