Production Technician

About the role

Join our team as a Production Technician and begin your career earning $21.25 per hour. This role is on rotating 12 hour shifts. Workdays rotate consistently each week; rotate between working 3 12-hour days and 4 12-hour days a week along with 2 weekends off a month. Rotate between working days 6:45 am – 6:45 pm and nights 6:45 pm – 6:45 am every two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machinery involved in particle board and/or TFL production
• Monitor process to ensure production of a product that meets all quality standards
• Handle and transport raw materials, such as wood chips and resins, to feed into production machinery as well as full finished stacks
• Aid in the setup and adjustment of machinery and equipment for different production runs, ensuring proper settings and specifications are met
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on production equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts, to ensure optimal performance
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions or production issues, collaborating with maintenance teams to implement solutions and minimize downtime
• Always adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and participation in safety training programs
• Maintain accurate production records, including production logs, quality inspection reports, and equipment maintenance records
• Work closely with other members of the production team to coordinate workflow and ensure efficient production operations

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year Forklift experience is beneficial
• Experience of 10,000 lbs or more (Preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently
• Communicate effectively both in verbal and written form
• Safety first! Must be able to think proactively about the safest way possible to complete a task
• Looking for lifetime learners: Someone who wants to learn every role in the department and flex with the needs of the team each day
• Proficient in computers application such as SAP, Microsoft Office, and production software
• Comfortable working with digital lists, analyzing data, and prioritizing tasks to accomplish the goals of the team in the safest and most productive way possible
• Team player and willing to accept critical feedback
• An ideal candidate will share opportunities to improve the team and be willing to flex to the needs of the business for the benefit of the team
• High school diploma or GED is required
• Must be 18 years or older

Qualifications

• Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating around equipment and machinery
• Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch as necessary to inspect and maintain equipment
• Capability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up 50 pounds
• Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods, often in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels and varying temperatures

Skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Computer proficiency (SAP, Microsoft Office, production software)
• Physical stamina and endurance

Benefits

• Starting rate at $21.25 per hour, with the ability to increase after completing training, plus a profit share/gain share program
• Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, employer-paid and voluntary life insurance, and more
• Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance
• Retail planning options, including generous employer contributions
• Opportunities to learn and develop, including a tuition reimbursement program

Pay

$21.25 per hour, with the ability to increase after completing training

Schedule

Rotating 12 hour shifts, with workdays rotating consistently each week; rotate between working 3 12-hour days and 4 12-hour days a week along with 2 weekends off a month. Rotate between working days 6:45 am – 6:45 pm and nights 6:45 pm – 6:45 am every two weeks.