Boiler Loader Operator- Diboll Lumber

Georgia Pacific
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Texas, Diboll
Oct 29, 2026
Your Job Georgia-Pacific's Lumber Mill in Diboll, Texas is seeking candidates for the role of Loader Operator in the Boiler department. In this role, you will safely and efficiently operate equipment that loads bio-mass fuel to the boiler, transports pots, general housekeeping around the boiler, transports chips, bark or sawdust to other Diboll area locations. This position reports to the Boiler Supervisor. Our Team Our mill manufactures multi-dimensional lumber products by processing logs from harvested trees into usable boards and planks for construction and manufacturing. What You Will Do * Maintain a consistent flow of fuel and bark through the fuel processing system * Clean fuel grates in the boiler furnace daily * Conduct pre-shift checklist on all mobile equipment used every shift * Keep accurate daily log books * Properly operate the boiler to accurately perform start up and shut down procedures * Monitor boiler controls and make adjustments as necessary * Perform and document daily water tests and control chemical levels * Perform hourly inspections / readings on the following: Boiler readings, Deaerator, Pumps, I.D * Fan, Water treatment, and Fire Protection * Conduct periodical low water cut off testing * Control fuel feeders to assist with cleaning grates * Assure mud drum gets flushed properly every shift * Monitor kilns via remote monitor to assist kiln personnel with alarms * Document kiln start and stop times for proper spacing and evenly distributed boiler load * Document boiler startups and shutdowns on the Upset / maintenance telephone notification report * Complete boiler preventative maintenance checklist * Maintain cleanup areas of responsibility daily * Promote and support Continuous Process Improvement. (MIP and CPI) * Follow any job related instructions and perform any other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Knowledge operating automated operating systems Knowledge operating mobile equipment Physical Requirements: Walk on elevated catwalks over 15 feet high to perform daily duties Work in a non-climate controlled mill, with dust, noise and temperatures that can be higher in the summer and lower in the winter Perform tasks such as lifting (50lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours/day What Will Put You Ahead Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices related to operating heavy equipment Who We Are At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).