Kiln Operator - Swing Shift (Laclede)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. 

• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. 

• Operate and oversee the functioning of kilns to ensure that temperature and drying schedules are met. 

• Monitor kiln schedules to ensure that materials are processed correctly. 

• Complete regular moisture readings to ensure they meet moisture targets. 

• Assist with the performance of maintenance and troubleshooting of kiln equipment, ensuring all systems are working efficiently. 

• Maintain detailed records of kiln temperatures, times, and other pertinent data. Report issues or anomalies to supervisors. 

• Safety Compliance: Follow safety guidelines to minimize risks related to high temperatures and hazardous materials. 

• Coordinate with Production Teams: Work closely with other departments such as production, maintenance, and quality control to meet production targets and resolve issues. 

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Certification: Forklift certification or the ability to acquire certification. 

•  Attention to Detail: Ability to monitor and adjust processes to ensure quality and efficiency. 

•  Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and best practices for working with high-temperature machinery.  

• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check. 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Valid driver’s license. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• Understanding of kiln operation, temperature control, and materials processing.  

• Mechanical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on kiln equipment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Production  

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs. 

• Bend at waist – frequent 

• Twist upper body – frequent 

• Stoop – occasional 

• Lift above waist height – frequent depending on machine center 

• Lift over 50 lbs. – frequent depending on machine center 

• Repetitive use of hands – constant 

• Stand/walk – constant 

• Sit – occasional 

• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception 

• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust). 

 

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law. 

 

NOTE 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with known disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess all the skills, aptitudes, experience, education, abilities, and any other necessary attributes to perform each duty to IFG’s expectations. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and every employee’s employment remains at-will.