Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs in Gainesville, FL

As a Treating Plant Specialist-Quality Control at Robbins Manufacturing, you will play a vital role in supporting our production teams. Your primary responsibilities include the daily operations of critical functions within the company.  Specialists require a high level of training to deliver against financial and regulatory (compliance) standards.  We value precision, attention to detail, cooperation, organization, and the utmost commitment to quality. 

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1. · Tests wood borings, using laboratory equipment, to verify specified treating solution and moisture content, retention of preservative, and depth of penetration and concentration of salt.
2. · Sends samples to independent lab for evaluation of treated material retention
3. · Performs minor equipment repair and adjustments.
4. · Enforces safety regulations.
5. · Completes environmental logs and reporting requirements.
6. · Attends annual environmental training (inclusive of hazardous waste training).
7. · Recommends measures needed if the tested samples are out of specification to ensure the quality of product.
8. · May assist in the training of new workers.
9. · May set up machines and equipment.
10. · Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. · Must have knowledge of the lumber industry, wood products, and chemical treatment process.
2. · Must understand the associated environmental issues
3. · Must know OSHA requirements for the lumber industry and associated chemical treatment safety hazards.

Success Factors:

1. · Organized and detail oriented, problem-solver focused on quality and efficiency.
2. · Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
3. · Must be able to work as a member of the team and support all levels of employees and management.

Physical Requirements:

1. · Must be able to withstand temperatures that can range in excess of 98 degrees in the summer and below 40 degrees in the winter.
2. · Must be able to stand and/or walk for long-periods of time.
3. · Must be able to lift in excess of 50lbs.
4. · Be able to operate a forklift and Treating Plant equipment.