CLT Press Technician

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain RF curing systems, press equipment, adhesive systems, and associated material handling equipment.
• Monitor press cycles, curing parameters, adhesive performance, and bond quality.
• Optimize pressing and curing processes to maximize throughput while maintaining product quality requirements.
• Act as the primary operator of critical production equipment during startup, commissioning, ramp-up, and early production operations.
• Lead machine setup, startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and production troubleshooting activities.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, startup procedures, work instructions, and best practices.
• Train, coach, and mentor Machine Operators assigned to the work center.
• Maintain accurate production, downtime, quality, and maintenance records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including LOTO, machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
• Cross-train across Finger Jointing, Planing, RF Press Operations, and other production work centers to support operational coverage.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing, lumber, wood products, engineered wood products, or industrial production experience.
• Demonstrated experience operating, setting up, and troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience operating RF curing systems, press equipment, glue/adhesives systems, or similar automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and support machine operators.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime, and shift work as required.