Grounds Utility Worker - Dudley, NC Lumber

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Grounds Utility Worker for our Dudley, NC Lumber mill. As a Utility, you will be working in different areas of the mill to keep it clean. You will be sweeping, shoveling, operating heavy mobile equipment, trash pick-up, restrooms, and maintaining the appearance of the mill. This is a hands-on job and focus is the appearance of the mill and keeping it clean.

Salary:

• Pay starting at $22 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Shift: Monday through Friday 6am-5pm, Saturdays as needed.

Physical Location:
2457-A Old Mt Olive Hwy, Dudley, NC 28333

Our Team

Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of lumber for our valued customers.

What You Will Do

• This is a 5 day a week position and some weekends may be required.
• Work in challenging, high-volume environments (heat, cold, humidity, grease, dust, noise, etc.)
• Operate a variety of equipment including sweeper, front end loaders, and other mill tools
• Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures, including wearing safety equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety PPE
• Create a safe workspace by maintaining cleanliness in assigned areas
• Contribute to a team environment by cross-training in other positions if needed
• You will also be responsible for operating power equipment and hand tools to clean up debris in and around machines to ensure a safe work environment
• Learning to operate machinery to expected performance levels
• Assisting team members throughout the mill
• Providing coverage for operators who are absent or on vacation
• Performing basic care duties such as preventative maintenance on machinery or repairing minor issues
• Performing tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications):

• At least six (6) months of previous work experience in a manufacturing or production environment

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience operating mobile equipment (e.g. Front end loaders, sweepers, heavy mobile equipment)
• At least six (6) months of work experience in lawn care, farming, carpentry, or construction
• Experience conducting or attending safety meetings in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks including climbing ladders and working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in a sawmill environment with dust, noise, heat, and cold conditions.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products, and more, Georgia-Pacific is committed to quality and innovation. Our 30,000+ employees across 150+ locations bring products to life while operating one of the largest recycling businesses in the industry.

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