Posted:
Friday, 22 August 2025
Valid Thru:
Sunday, 21 September 2025
Index Requested on:
08/22/2025 19:49:37
Indexed on:
08/22/2025 19:49:37
Location: Springfield, OR, 97477, US
Industry:
Manufacturing - Other
Occupational Category:
51-7099.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Swanson Group is hiring!
Description:
Position Title: LPC Utility
Reports To: Green Veneer Supervisor
Department: Green End
Hours per shift: Employee works 8-hour shifts, with two 10-minute breaks, and 20-minute paid lunch.
Day: 7: 00 A.M. to 3: 00 P.M. Swing: 3: 00 P.M. to 11: 00 P.M.
Wage: Level 3
Position Purpose: Increase log processing efficiency by clearing plug ups and backing up log processing operators.
Position Functions:
LPC Utility: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. |
Clean up sawdust, chips, Veneer, bark, Using shovel, broom, air hose, forklift, rake, wheelbarrow, conveyors, etc. May require moving small or broken logs infrequently. Requires repetitive use of hands, arms, upper body, back, legs. Worker will bend, twist, squat, push/pull (back legs) using waist, shoulders, arms, hands, and wrists to manipulate a variety of tools. Crawl under machinery occasionally. Climb ladders occasionally and stand/walk for long periods of time. |
Maintain conveyors and chippers. Clean work areas. |
Assist operators with jam ups and cross ups |
Fill in at any log processing workstation during operator absences |
Must be able to work in all weather conditions |
Must be able to operate 950 Loader |
Must be able to operate bucksaw |
Non-Essential Functions These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. |
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. Assist Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of machine. |
Working Environment: (1) Inside 5% Outside 95%, average temperature 60 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F. (2) Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Loaders. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None.
Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Blue Atlas gloves when feeding re-dry veneer. (4) Approved Footwear.
Physical Demands: See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs.
Skills: Must have excellent hand eye coordination. Excellent time management skills, the ability to climb a ladder and stairs, good communication skills, math and reading skills and the ability to operate 950 loader, Bobcat, and forklift. Uses hand tools, shovels, rake, pike poles, and picaroon.
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 (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training.
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 | ||||||
STANDING | X | 2 | 8 | ||||
WALKING | X | 2 | 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: 10-50 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 | 75 LBS | ||||
76-100 LBS | 100 LBS | ||||
> 100 LBS |
Responsibilities:
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Desired Skills:
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Benefits:
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