Spreader Utility - Swing - Springfield Plywood

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. At Swanson Group, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence.

We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success. Explore our current job openings and discover how you can become a valued member of the Swanson Group family today! Position Title: Spreader Utility Reports To: Department Supervisor Department: Lay-Up Hours per shift: Employee works 10-hour shifts, with three 10-minute breaks, and a 30-minute break.

Wage: Level 3 Position Purpose: This position requires the utility person to serve the below essential functions as directed by their supervisor for production and cross-training purposes. Position Functions: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job .

Responsible for coordinating break rotations and is required to operate all machine centers safely. Perform general cleanup as directed by supervisor. Assist in everyday operations. Fill in for operators of all machine centers as needed. Perform cleaning of spreaders during cleanup, and before or after shift. Non-Essential Functions* Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor for production or cross-training purposes.

Perform cleanup duties as down-time allows. Other duties as assigned. General clean up. Working Environment: (1) Inside 95% of the time; average temperature 70 degrees F. Outside 5% of the time; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 115 degrees F. (2) Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts.

(3) Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (4) Atmospheric conditions: Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particles, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None Personal Protective Equipment Required : (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Approved Footwear. (4) Gloves (Rubber or leather-based gloves when handling dry veneer and full-length arm gloves are to be used when cleaning spreaders).

(5) High Visibility Clothing. (When entering and exiting mill or while out on the floor). Physical Demands: See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; Spreader Utility Cleanup is required to perform a combination of standing, walking, climbing stairs at Spreader. The worker will bend, twist, squat, push/pull (back legs) using waist, shoulders, arms, hands, and wrists to manipulate sheets of veneer on spreader and press.

The worker will have to visually identify defects and grades associated with veneer and defects in press. Skills : (1) Must have excellent hand eye coordination. (2) Use vision/hearing continuously. (3) Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.

(4) The worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task. (5) Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions. Safety Features : (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 communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training. Employee Signature Employee Name (print): Employee Signature: Date: Employer Representative Signature Supervisor Name (print): Supervisor Signature: Date: Job Title: Spreader Utility 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 2 10 STANDING X 2 10 WALKING X 2 10 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 X 11-20 LBS X 21-50 LBS X 51-75 LBS X 76-100 LBS X >100 LBS X Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 10-75 LBS If required, lifting over 75 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 X 11-20 LBS X 21-50 LBS X 51-75 LBS X 76-100 LBS X >100 LBS X Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-75 LBS If required, carrying over 75 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 X 11-20 LBS X 21-50 LBS X 51-75 LBS X 76-100 LBS X >100 LBS X Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 75 Lbs. Distance: 8’ Type of surface (i.e. level, carpet, incline): Level / Incline OTHER Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% BEND/STOOP X TWIST X CROUCH/SQUAT X KNEEL X CRAWL X WALK-LEVEL SURFACE X WALK-UNEVEN SURFACE X CLIMB STEPS X CLIMB LADDER X WORK AT HEIGHTS X REACH AT OR ABOVE SHOULDER X REACH BELOW SHOULDER X USE OF ARMS X USE OF WRISTS X USE OF HANDS X GRASPING/SQUEEZING X OPERATE FOOT CONTROLS X ENVIRONMENT INSIDE: 95% OUTSIDE: 5% TEMPERATURE EXTREMES: YES VIBRATION: NO WORKS ON OR AROUND MOVING MACHINARY OR MECHANICAL PARTS: YES PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BOOTS YES HARDHAT NO GLOVES YES EYE PROTECTION YES HEARING PROTECTION YES OTHER?

The information provided in this job description, including strength and physical requirements, is based on observation of the job and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Employee Sign Employee Name (print): Employee Signature: Date: Employer Representative Sign Supervisor Name (print): Supervisor Signature: Date: Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law .