Posted:
Monday, 13 October 2025
Valid Thru:
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Index Requested on:
10/13/2025 14:47:21
Indexed on:
10/13/2025 14:47:21
Location: Glendale, OR, 97442, US
Industry:
Lumber & Wood
Occupational Category:
51-9198.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Swanson Group is hiring!
Description:
Position Title: Dryer Cleanup
Reports To: Dryer Supervisor
Department: Dryers
Hours per shift: Employee works 8-hour shifts, with two 10-minute breaks, and a 30-minute lunch.
Wage: Level 1
Position Purpose: The primary responsibility for the dryer cleanup position is to keep the dryer department (inside and outside) clean and organized. The worker’s responsibility will also include dumping dry and green trash boxes, dumping trash cans, assisting the dryer cleaning crew and miscellaneous tasks outlined by the dryer supervisor.
Position Functions:
Dryer Cleanup: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. |
The worker is responsible for keeping the dryer department clean and organized. This includes but is not limited to cleaning debris under the dry veneer conveyor, loader, storage chains, un-loader and areas surrounding the dryers using a broom, rake, or shovel. |
Breaking of other dryer employees and rotation to different positions for cross-training purposes or to facilitate production as designated by the supervisor. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual job descriptions. |
Worker is required to dump and hog dry veneer boxes. This requires an up-to-date Forklift certification. |
Worker is required to dump green veneer boxes at the green veneer plant. Requires worker to drive Hyster 500-700 yards with box attached. |
Worker is required to dump all trash boxes in dryer department during the shift. |
Worker is to assist dryer cleaning crew with various tasks outlined by dryer supervisor. |
Worker is to perform job while maintaining safety and quality standards as outlined by the Job Hazard Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures and other requirements as directed by the supervisor for safe and efficient operation of the plant. |
The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross-training purposes or to facilitate production. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual Job Descriptions. |
Non-Essential Functions These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. |
Assist co-workers or Maintenance personnel in basic maintenance procedures or fixing dryer plug-ups. |
Working Environment: (1) Inside 85%, average temperature 80 degrees F (2) Outside 15%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particle, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None
Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Rubber or Leather based gloves when handling dry veneer. (4) Approved Footwear.
Physical Demands: See the Physical Capabilities as listed below; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, bilateral use of arms and hands, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 30 lbs.
Skills: Must have excellent hand eye coordination. Use vision/hearing continuously. Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc. Worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task. Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.
Safety: (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out). (4) Use proper PPE. (5) Maintain awareness and communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training.
Physical Capabilities: Strength and Physical Requirements
Job Title: Dryer Cleanup
Employee Name:
ENDURANCE | Never/Not Required | Seldom 1-5% | Occasionally 6-33% | Frequently 34-66% | Continuous 67-100% | Total hours at one time | Total hours in a workday |
SITTING | X | 8 | |||||
STANDING | X | 2 | 8 | ||||
WALKING | X | 8 | |||||
CHANGE POSITIONS | X | ||||||
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box) | |||||
LIFTING | Never/Not Required | Seldom 1-5% | Occasionally 6-33% | Frequently 34-66% | Continuous 67-100% |
1-10 LBS | 10 LBS | ||||
11-20 LBS | 20 LBS | ||||
21-50 LBS | 50 LBS | ||||
51-75 LBS | 75 LBS | ||||
76-100 LBS | 100 LBS | ||||
> 100 LBS | > 100 LBS | ||||
Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 Lbs. If required, lifting over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. | |||||
CARRYING | Never/Not Required | Seldom 1-5% | Occasionally 6-33% | Frequently 34-66% | Continuous 67-100% |
1-10 LBS | 10 LBS | ||||
11-20 LBS | 20 LBS | ||||
21-50 LBS | 50 LBS | ||||
51-75 LBS | 75 LBS | ||||
76-100 LBS | 100 LBS | ||||
> 100 LBS | > 100 LBS | ||||
Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 50 Lbs. If required, carrying over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. | |||||
PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED | Never/Not Required | Seldom 1-5% | Occasionally 6-33% | Frequently 34-66% | Continuous 67-100% |
1-10 LBS | 10 LBS | ||||
11-20 LBS | 20 LBS | ||||
21-50 LBS | 50 LBS | ||||
51-75 LBS |
Responsibilities:
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Desired Skills:
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Benefits:
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