Green Chain Puller
Summary
Operates a green, clear, or sort chain in a lumber mill, pulling and organizing lumber by size, grade, and length while maintaining safety and teamwork.
SUMMARY:
Performs tasks associated with that of a green chain, clear chain, or sort chain person. Complies with all company safety rules and regulations. Demonstrates the ability to be a part of the production team by communicating and working within the parameters of the production department under the direction of the department supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Includes but is not limited to the following:
- Pulling and sorting of all lumber production on Green Chain, Sort Chain or Clear Chain.
- Making sure all lumber is pulled into its designated load; According to size, length, and grade. All units need stacked to the correct height and width.
- Make sure stickers are properly located.
- Make sure the resaw and trim is properly stacked into stable units. Trim unit will need to be banded.
- Work with other pullers as a team to ensure a safe and efficient production flow.
- Help ensure that all employees maintain a safe working environment and safe working habits.
- Know and utilize all lock-out/tag-out procedures associated with your job duties.
- When time allows, carry stickers, straighten loads, band units for forklift and clean up.
- Report any potential machinery defects immediately.
- Report any potential safety risks immediately.
- Keep work area clean and orderly.
- Downtime is clean-up and minor maintenance time.