West Fraser - Production Technician

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West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. They are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). The new facility in Allendale County will manufacture OSB.

Potential employment opportunities exist for:

The Production Technician role is required to operate or assist with machinery to produce oriented strand board (OSB) using materials, methods, processes, and procedures as adopted by management for safety and productivity of the plant and all employees and contractors.  While most production employees have a certain location and certain daily job duties assigned, it is critical to the team process that all employees understand that they are required to work in any capacity to support their team. 

Production Technicians are responsible for the daily operation of manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board (OSB) and are responsible for safe operation, producing quality OSB, achieving production targets, and maintaining all equipment at a very high standard.

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

Comply with all Company safety standards and protocols

Other duties as assigned

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 nights, 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

Consistent, predictable attendance

Ability to maintain all equipment in assigned area

Ability to enhance or improve processes and procedures

Ability to wear a respirator in specifically assigned areas

Apply online at www.westfraser.com/jobs or your local SC Works office.

You will be taken to another site to complete your application.

An Equal Opportunity Employer