Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc.
Treating Plant Operator
Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc., Havana, Florida, United States, 32333
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Treating Plant Operator
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Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc.
Job Summary The Treating Plant Operator is responsible for treating all wood products, mixing chemical treatments, operating treating equipment, and treating inventory as scheduled by the Scheduler while maintaining environmental and safety compliance at all times.
Job Status:
Hourly
Work Schedule:
Monday‑Friday, Weekends
Reports to:
Quality Supervisor
Travel Required:
0‑10%
Essential Functions / Duties
Work with a safety mindset at all times.
Operate a forklift.
Monitor and mix chemical treating solutions within variance tolerances.
Use appropriate formulas to calculate treatment for every charge.
Operate treating equipment: software, pumps, valves, etc.
Monitor treating processes and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Properly fill out paperwork.
Work with Quality Coordinator to maintain product standards (e.g., retention and penetration).
Perform appropriate cylinder washout procedures when changing treatments, while following all safety protocols.
Maintain treating records.
Ensure all environmental and safety procedures are followed and report all unsafe or non‑compliant issues.
Attend all training sessions and safety meetings as required.
Training and testing to acquire a pesticide license may be required in some locations.
Perform computer duties as necessary.
Other duties as directed.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or GED required.
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Ability to use and read tape measures.
Ability to become knowledgeable on all chemical treatments.
Ability to recognize different grades and species of lumber and plywood.
Ability to become knowledgeable about the treatment process.
Ability to recognize and determine heartwood percentages.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ambition to strive for quality while maintaining quantity.
Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to pass screening requirements for and work while wearing a respirator.
Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Effective forklift operation.
Comfortable using Windows‑based programs, word processing, email, and spreadsheets.
Work Environment Indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Work may be hot, cold, humid, and/or rainy. Work will get dirty and require entry into small, enclosed spaces. May require climbing heights up to 50 feet.
Training Requirements Immediately upon hire, training will take place in Safety and Environmental programs. The Treating Plant Operator must obtain a state pesticide applicator’s license. Annual training covers all programs.
Company Description Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. (HTWP) is the largest producer of fire‑retardant treated wood in the world. Founded in 1955, HTWP operates 10 plants coast‑to‑coast. The company offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages, a pension retirement plan, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation. HTWP requires background checks and drug testing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Hoover Treated Wood Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Treating Plant Operator
role at
Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc.
Job Summary The Treating Plant Operator is responsible for treating all wood products, mixing chemical treatments, operating treating equipment, and treating inventory as scheduled by the Scheduler while maintaining environmental and safety compliance at all times.
Job Status:
Hourly
Work Schedule:
Monday‑Friday, Weekends
Reports to:
Quality Supervisor
Travel Required:
0‑10%
Essential Functions / Duties
Work with a safety mindset at all times.
Operate a forklift.
Monitor and mix chemical treating solutions within variance tolerances.
Use appropriate formulas to calculate treatment for every charge.
Operate treating equipment: software, pumps, valves, etc.
Monitor treating processes and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Properly fill out paperwork.
Work with Quality Coordinator to maintain product standards (e.g., retention and penetration).
Perform appropriate cylinder washout procedures when changing treatments, while following all safety protocols.
Maintain treating records.
Ensure all environmental and safety procedures are followed and report all unsafe or non‑compliant issues.
Attend all training sessions and safety meetings as required.
Training and testing to acquire a pesticide license may be required in some locations.
Perform computer duties as necessary.
Other duties as directed.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or GED required.
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Ability to use and read tape measures.
Ability to become knowledgeable on all chemical treatments.
Ability to recognize different grades and species of lumber and plywood.
Ability to become knowledgeable about the treatment process.
Ability to recognize and determine heartwood percentages.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ambition to strive for quality while maintaining quantity.
Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to pass screening requirements for and work while wearing a respirator.
Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Effective forklift operation.
Comfortable using Windows‑based programs, word processing, email, and spreadsheets.
Work Environment Indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Work may be hot, cold, humid, and/or rainy. Work will get dirty and require entry into small, enclosed spaces. May require climbing heights up to 50 feet.
Training Requirements Immediately upon hire, training will take place in Safety and Environmental programs. The Treating Plant Operator must obtain a state pesticide applicator’s license. Annual training covers all programs.
Company Description Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. (HTWP) is the largest producer of fire‑retardant treated wood in the world. Founded in 1955, HTWP operates 10 plants coast‑to‑coast. The company offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages, a pension retirement plan, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation. HTWP requires background checks and drug testing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Hoover Treated Wood Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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