Back to search
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 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 2nd Shift Burner Systems Operator role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.
JOB SUMMARY
The Burner Systems Operator will operate, set up, and adjust all machines and equipment in a computer-controlled manufacturing system.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
SYSTEMS OPERATIONS
- Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system and to ensure conformance to production and quality standards.
- Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.
- Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel.
- Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met.
- Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings.
- Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality.
QUALITY
- Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers.
- Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed.
SAFETY
- Operate equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided.
- Keep work area clean and organized.
- Utilize all of the required PPE as required by the task being performed. This is a HIGH DUST environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation.
- Help keep others safe in the workplace by looking out for them and participating in safety-related improvements.
- Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment.
- Report any accident, injury, and/or damages to Supervisor immediately.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
- Available to work on any assigned shift including scheduled overtime.
- Establish personal growth and work with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 25-50lbs regularly
- Ability to respond quickly to sounds
- Ability to move safety over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
- Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
- Ability to work in extreme weather
- Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly
QUALIFICATIONS
1-3 years of Operating Experience
SCHEDULE
- Sunday - Thursday
WORK SETTING
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Warehouse
Work Location: One location
- Laurinburg, NC: Reliably commute
Visit us at: www.awf.com
For consideration…
Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com AWF is an EEO employer.
Corporate Office
9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500
Columbia, MD 21046
800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700
Fax 410-290-6660
Other Locations
Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC
Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
