Control Room Operator

West Fraser; Fairfax (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Control Room Operator to join their team. This role involves operating heavy industrial machinery within a continuous processing line, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a culture that values safety and teamwork, with opportunities for internal promotions and career growth. This position offers a competitive compensation package and benefits from day one, emphasizing the importance of employee development and a supportive work environment. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Vacations

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

On-the-job Training

Wellness Pay Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience with heavy industrial machine controls and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitor processes and make adjustments as needed.
• Lead safety initiatives and maintain compliance.

Skills

Heavy Industrial Machinery Operation

Safety Compliance

Process Monitoring

Team Communication

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMI Systems

Microsoft Office

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Job Summary

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber, OSB, and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer in North America!

Job Summary

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber, OSB, and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer in North America!

Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us.

At West Fraser, our operator position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy industrial machinery within our continuous processing line. This role will be responsible for the advisement of their shift supervisor and making necessary adjustments that will directly impact plant performance, efficiency, and quality.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Be a leader in the mill by driving EHS initiatives through personal ownership and involvement in the mill’s safety culture.
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, report, and eliminate hazards in the workplace.
• Monitor various dashboards, camera, and HMIs to maintain control of processes.
• Make process adjustments as needed for current operating conditions.
• Enter product recipes, execute changeovers, and adhere to schedules, control plans, and SOPs.
• Communicate changeovers with necessary personnel to allow proper sequencing and setup for product.
• Enter data into tracking software with accurate descriptions for line stops, downtime, and efficiency loss for the shift.
• Perform equipment checks to assist personnel with LOTOV process.
• Provide leadership and direction to personnel through assistance with troubleshooting, line stops, and other production or quality issues.
• Interact with other departments to identify and prioritize production, quality, and maintenance needs that impact production.
• Assist team with tasks during outages and plan scheduled downtime.
• Perform regular housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the site leadership team.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing, heavy industrial or military environment.
• Experienced in heavy industrial machine controls, manipulation, and monitoring through HMI systems.
• General PC and software knowledge to include Microsoft Office products, camera systems, and HMIs.
• Experience working in continuous process with the understanding of process flow.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment, providing advisement when necessary.
• Willing and able to work twelve (12) hour rotating shifts including holidays, weekends and overtime as needed.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
• Willing and able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
• Be reliable by possessing consistent and predictable attendance behavior.
  
  

Our Highly Competitive Compensation Package And Outstanding Benefits Include

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

Wellness Pay Program

On-the-job training and

A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations, holidays, and parental leave

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

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. We 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). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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