Entry Level Production Associate - Swing - Roseburg, OR

Swanson Group, Inc.Swanson Group, Inc.Roseburg, Oregon, United States
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Posted

9/22/2026

Employment

Full time

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Core responsibilities

The production associate will perform various entry-level tasks such as sorting, wrapping, and operating machinery within a sawmill or planer department. They are also responsible for assisting with basic maintenance and rotating between positions to facilitate production needs.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for 10-hour shifts. The role requires excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow strict safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures.

Key skills

Hand eye coordinationSafety complianceLockout tagout proceduresMachine operationPhysical staminaCommunicationSelf-directed workDecision makingPrioritizationOrganizationBasic maintenanceBody mechanics

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Education requirements

high school

About Swanson Group, Inc.

Industry

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Employees

212

Type

Public Company

Size

501-1,000 employees

Our Mission - Our core purpose is to create opportunities and long-term security for our employees, shareholders and respective families - a strong company to be passed on to future generations. Vision - Our goal is to become a world class forest products company that is in control of its destiny and brings out the best in it's employees. Values - Accountability, Commitment, Excellence and Safety (ACES).

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Job categories

ManufacturingTradesLogisticsSecurity & Safety

Description

Position Title: Entry Level Production Associate (Mentor Trainee) Reports To: Department Supervisor Department: General Plant Hours per shift: Employee works 10-hour shifts, with three 10- minute breaks, and a 30- minute unpaid lunch break. (Planer) Days: M/T/W/F 6:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. TH 5:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (Planer)Swing: M/T/W/F 5:30 P.M. to 4:00 A.M. WED 6:30 P.M. to 5:00 A.M. (schedules will change based on mill/production needs) (Sawmill) Days: M/W/F 6:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. T/TH 5:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. (Sawmill) Swing: M/W/F 5:30 P.M. to 4:00 A.M. T/TH 6:30 P.M. to 5:00 A.M. Wage: Level 2 Position Purpose: The purpose of the Mentor Trainee position is to provide training in entry level positions so when open spots in production become available, we have trained and competent operators who can perform these job duties. Mentors hired will be assigned a shift and a department and will then learn jobs in that department as needed. There will sometimes be opportunities for them to cross train in other departments. Position Functions: Entry Level Production Associate: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. Essential Functions will change based on position Mentor is placed in. Please see each job description for their specific job tasks and duties. Some of these jobs could be but are not limited to: Sticker Operator, Bander/Endwax, Paperwrap, Stacker 2, Sawmill Sorter Help and Dispatch. The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production. Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual job descriptions. Assist co-workers or Maintenance personnel in basic maintenance procedures. Other duties as assigned. Non-Essential Functions These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. Perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor for production and cleaning purpose. Working Environment: (1) Inside 90%, average temperature 80 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 120 degrees F. (2) Outside 10%. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None. The worker in this position will be standing on a slightly elevated wooden platform with rubber mats. The worker will move back and forth on this platform in front of an elevated dry conveyor measuring 3 ½ to 4’ above the ground. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Blue Atlas gloves. (4) Approved Footwear (5) High Visibility Clothing. Physical Demands: See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs. Skills: (1) must have excellent hand eye coordination. Use vision/hearing continuously and must have peripheral vision to see forklifts and co-workers. Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc. Worker generally works with another clean up member with little supervision. Clean up members must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task. Ability to prioritize, organize, and make necessary decisions. Safety: (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 always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training. 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 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 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 LBS If required, lifting over 50 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 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS 100 LBS Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-50 LBS If required, carrying over 50 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 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 75 Lbs. Distance: 4’ 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: 90% OUTSIDE: 10% 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.

Requirements

  • Hand eye coordination
  • Safety compliance
  • Lockout tagout procedures
  • Machine operation
  • Physical stamina
  • Communication
  • Self-directed work
  • Decision making
  • Prioritization
  • Organization
  • Basic maintenance
  • Body mechanics

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