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E. P. GERBER & SONS, INC.
Kidron, OHPosted 3 days ago
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Job Description

Job Id:  MillAsst-May2026 # of Openings:  1
A DIVISIN OF E.P. GERBER & SONS, INC.
 
GERBER WOOD PRODUCTS SEEKS: WOODSHOP LABORER (Mill Assistant)
EP Gerber & Sons has been supplying the Kidron, Ohio area with building materials since 1901. Their rich, Christian heritage was founded on the principles of Honesty, Integrity, and Quality. This family-owned company continues to provide dedicated service to its customers and an enjoyable, supportive work environment for its employees. EP Gerber & Sons Inc. now consists of four divisions: Gerber Lumber & Hardware, Gerber Wood Products, Hillside Hardware, and Solid Dimensions.
 
Benefits & Job Details
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD/Life, 401K, HSA
  • 10D PTO & 10D Holiday
  • Potential for monthly goal bonus 
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Employee Discount
  • Work Schedule: 6:00 am - 4:30 pm M-Th 
  • Status-FT position
  • Overtime periodically occurs
  • Work on-site 
  • Reports to the GWP Plant Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Load & unload boards from the line into carts.
  • Assist with feeding the straight-line sawing/sander and stacking of wood.
  • Sweep or clean up the production floor when no other production help is needed.
  • Notify the Plant Manager of any supply or maintenance needs.
  • Willingness to be flexible by working under different Team Leaders and to assist in any area of production where there is a need.
  • General production could involve any of the equipment in the company.
  • Periodic overtime is possible.
Credentials, Education, and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent work experience
  • Experience working on a variety of milling equipment
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of safety laws and regulations
  • Good communication skills
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Ability to read a tape measure
  • Quality is a priority; detail-oriented
  • Knowledge of wood and wood species
  • Heavy physical demands. Must be able to stand for most of the day and easily and frequently lift and carry 25-75 lbs. Work also requires the ability to climb, reach, pull, stoop, crawl, and bend constantly.
Environment and Physical Working Conditions:
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift 25-75 lbs. frequently.
  • Work also requires the ability to climb, reach, pull, stoop, crawl and bend.
  • Exposure to fumes, odors, loud noise-must wear safety gear such as eye and ear and ear protection,  safety shoes, and a respirator when necessary.
 
 
 
 

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