Treating Plant Operator

Job Summary:

The Treating Plant Operator is responsible for treating all wood products, mixing chemical treatments, operating treating equipment, and treating inventory as scheduled by the Scheduler while maintaining environmental and safety compliance at all times.

Essential Functions/Duties:

Work with a safety mindset at all times.

Must be able to Operate a fork truck.

Monitor and mix chemical treating solutions within variance tolerances.

Use appropriate formulas to calculate treatment for every charge.

Operate treating equipment: software, pumps, valves, etc.

Monitor treating processes and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Properly fill out paperwork.

Work with Quality Coordinator to maintain product standards i.e. retention and penetration.

Perform appropriate cylinder washout procedures when changing treatments, while following all safety protocols.

Maintain treating records.

Ensure all environmental and safety procedures are followed and report all unsafe or non-compliant issues.

Attend all training sessions and safety meetings as required.

Training and testing to acquire a pesticide license may be required in some locations.

Computer duties as necessary.

Other duties as directed.

Qualifications:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Ability to use and read tape measures.

Ability to become knowledgeable on all chemical treatments.

Ability to recognize different grades and species of lumber and plywood

Ability To Become Knowledgeable About The Treatment Process. Ability to recognize and determine heartwood percentages.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ambition to strive for quality while maintaining quantity.

Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.

Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to pass screening requirements for and work while wearing a respirator.

Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.

Ability to effectively operate a forklift.

Be comfortable working windows-based programs, using a word processor, and email. Must have a good knowledge of spreadsheeting.

Work Environment:

Indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Can be hot, cold, humid, and/or rainy. Will get dirty. Will require entry into small, enclosed spaces. May require climbing heights of up to 50 feet.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Abilities

Lift/Carry

Push/Pull

Stand F

10 lbs. or less F

12 lbs. or less F

Walk F

11-20 lbs. F

13-25 lbs. F

Sit O

21-50 lbs. F

26-40 lbs. F

Handling/Fingering F

51-100 lbs. O

41-100 lbs. O

Reach Outward F

Over 100 lbs. O

Reach Above Shoulder F

Climb O

Crawl O

Squat or Kneel F

Bend F

N -- Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O – Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs./day)

F – Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs./day)

C – Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Training Requirements:

Immediately upon hire or assignment to the Treating Plant Operator position, training will take place in Safety and Environmental programs. The Treating Plant Operator is required to obtain a state pesticide applicators license. Annual training over all programs.

Company Description:

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. (HTWP), is the largest producer of fire-retardant treated wood in the world. In business since 1955, HTWP has 10 plants located from coast to coast. HTWP offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages, a pension retirement plan, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation. HTWP requires background checks and drug testing.

The company reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements will be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Hoover Treated Wood Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.