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Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

$40,560

Jessup, MD, USFull-timePosted Oct 1, 2026

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Job description

Second Shift Heavy Equipment Operator American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue.

We are currently seeking a candidate for the Second Shift Heavy Equipment Operator role in the Jessup, MD plant.

JOB SUMMARY

The Loader Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize the shipping and receiving of finished goods and materials. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES SHIPPING/RECEIVING Operate the mobile equipment (loader, Skid Steer, or yard truck) in a safe and efficient manner while loading trucks with packaged and bulk material Load AWF and customer trailers Complete shipping and receiving paperwork QUALITY Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed PRODUCTION Operate machinery that produces and packages products Operate stretch wrapper by setting palletized bales on machine: starting, stopping, and cutting stretch wrap, then removing wrapped pallet to transfer to storage OTHER Attend and participate in a monthly safety meeting Establish personal growth and working relationship with fellow employees to further improvement and teamwork Maintain cleanliness of work station and related areas QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop Valid Drivers License REQUIRED EXPERIENCE LEVEL Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Industrial Equipment: 1 year (Preferred) Packaging: 1 year (Preferred) BENEFITS 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance SCHEDULE Monday

  • Thursday 3:00PM - 1:30AM COMPENSATION $16.50 - $19.50 For consideration… Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment . We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com . AWF is an EEO employer. Corporate Office 9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500 Columbia, MD 21046 800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700 Fax 410-290-6660 Other Locations Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC Visit us at: www.awf.com

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