Production Technician

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board (OSB)
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow
• Perform regular preventive maintenance and clean-up on equipment
• Work safely and effectively in a team environment
• Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues on a regular basis
• Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping
• Attend team meetings and regular training sessions
• Other duties as assigned

  Qualifications

  • Eligible to legally work in the United States
  • High School diploma or equivalent education
  • Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating schedule which will include weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team
  • Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
  • Ability to maintain all equipment in assigned area
  • Ability to enhance or improve processes and procedures
  • Working at heights up to 100 feet above the ground
  • Exposure to noise, dirt, grease, water and sawdust is common

  Physical Requirements

  • Physical ability to perform the essential job functions of the position
  • Climbing stairs
  • Navigating catwalks
  • Working at heights up to 30 feet above the ground
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds (from floor to shoulder height)
  • Stooping
  • Bending
  • Carrying up to 50 pounds at least 40 feet

  Roles and Levels

  • Production Technician
  • Dryer Tech
  • Finishing Tech
  • Press Tech
  • Woodyard Tech

  Normal Daily Operations Areas

  • Woodyard
  • Heat Energy
  • Forming/Blending
  • Press
  • Finishing
  • Shipping

  Production Level Grades

  • BaseCoreLevel I
  • Level II
  • Level III
  • Level IV

  Benefits

  • Competitive starting pay
  • On-the-job training
  • A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k with company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid vacations and holidays
  • Relocation is available for this role