Shipper 3

Huber Engineered Woods (HEW), a division of J.M. Huber Corporation, combines its advanced adhesives and wood product technologies with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities to produce premium structural wood panel products. Innovative construction products like AdvanTech subflooring and ZIP System sheathing have changed the way homes and buildings go together. HEW brings together professionals with experience in research and development, product engineering and manufacturing to create products that solve specific problems.

Our Corporate Office is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. HEW manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Virginia, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Maine. To learn more, please visit our website at www.huberwood.com.

Position Summary

The Shipper III is qualified to perform the full range of Shipping duties, including forklift operation, load securement, and Track mobile operation. Must be able to operate a 16k lift for loading rail cars. Must be able to proficiently operate track mobile to move rail cars. This employee handles complex truck and railcar loads, helps train other shippers, and coordinates daily work with the Shipping Lead/Shipping Supervisor.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Check product labels, quantities, and shipping instructions before loading.
• Look for damaged products or incorrect labels and report issues to the supervisor.
• Keep aisles, staging areas, and loading areas clean and organized.
• Perform all Shipper I and Shipper II duties as needed, including checking products, staging orders, and maintaining an organized work area
• Complete pre-shift forklift inspection and post-shift checks on assigned forklifts and the Trackmobile, perform equipment housekeeping, and report equipment defects or issues to the supervisor according to site procedures
• Operate an assigned forklift after receiving site training and authorization.
• Load trucks and staging units for center beam railcars according to approved loading plans and site procedures.
• Use the Shipping scanner to verify and record product movements and loaded material.
• Check product, quantity, placement, and securement; correct or report loading errors.
• Communicate with drivers, forklift operators, the rail crew, and the Shipping Supervisor during loading.
• Follow site procedures for working near trucks, railcars, pedestrians, and other equipment.
• Stop work and notify the supervisor when a load, vehicle, railcar, or work area is unsafe.
• Operate the 16k forklift after completing required training and receiving site authorization
• Load mixed-product and difficult truck or center beam railcar orders according to approved plans.
• Work with the designated ground person to plan railcar moves and maintain clear radio communication.
• Complete equipment inspections required brake checks, railcar securement, and movement records.
• Help train and coach newer shippers on loading, scanning, securement, and safe work practices.
• When performing as the floater, the operator is required to be able to support roles in shipping and finishing. Duties include operating the Track mobile, loading rail cars, loading flatbed trucks, staging products for rail car loading, assisting the Finishing forklift/strapper operator. Perform only duties for which required training and authorization are completed
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3 Years of Manufacturing Experience

• Forklift experience required

• Railcar experience required

• Track mobile experience is preferred

• Must be able to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays per shift schedule

Huber Engineered Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.