Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

Facility info

Access road rough and remote — 8 miles off highway, bumpy/poorly maintained, especially in winter. Recent paving on Lane 16 1/2 but last turn before facility still rough. Chain up may be required in winter conditions. Operating hours limited — 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 2:00 PM (sources vary). One loading/unloading dock operating at a time. Check-in procedure — Self-service kiosk with truck signs. Receive text message with dock assignment. No appointment system; first-come, first-served. One-person operation — Single forklift operator handles all loads. Wait times reported from 45 minutes to 4+ hours depending on queue (5+ trucks can mean 3-4 hour waits). Load quality issues — Multiple reports of overweight loads, refusal to reposition cargo, and pressure to weigh multiple times. Safety requirements strict — Cannot stand on load or trailer deck during tarping. Automated tarping machine available. Fall protection in tarping area reported as inadequate. PPE required (hat, vest, closed-toe shoes). Safety officer present and enforces rules. Watch for venomous snakes on site. Overnight parking available — Parking lot on site with plastic bathrooms. Dock access tight — Limited maneuvering space. Professional backing required. Staff attitude mixed — Ranges from very friendly and efficient to rude and confrontational. Some personnel described as helpful; others dismissive and difficult. Yard conditions — Muddy. Scenery noted as good. Rough roads mean washers not recommended beforehand. Phone communication poor — Nobody answers phone; no one available to check in verbally.