Entry-Level Mill Utility Technician

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Newberry (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation in Newberry, MI is seeking an entry-level Utility to provide coverage for employee absences and support mill operations with daily cleaning, basic maintenance, and safety-focused duties essential to producing high-quality panel products. The role requires willingness to learn and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

This full-time, onsite position requires comfort in indoor/outdoor settings, dusty environments, and with PPE such as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Responsibilities

• Train to support and provide coverage across all areas of the mill.
• Maintain and assist with baghouse bag changeouts for units #1, #2, #4, #5, #8, #9, and the McConnel Baghouse.
• Clean embossing plates and mesh pads to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Perform wash-down activities between buildings as needed.
• Carry out general cleanup and utility tasks as directed daily by the Supervisor, including sweeping floors, mowing or trimming lawns, collecting trash, painting, and cleaning equipment.
• Screen cleaning.
• Clean scuppers.
• Complete and document eyewash station inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support mill operations.
• Follow all safety rules, guidelines, and regulations while performing job responsibilities.

Skills

Attendance

Teamwork

Shift work

Reading rules

Safety awareness

Communication

Physical stamina

Dusty environment

Respirator use

Height safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation in Newberry, MI is seeking an entry-level Utility to provide coverage for employee absences and support mill operations with daily cleaning, basic maintenance, and safety-focused duties essential to producing high-quality panel products. The role requires willingness to learn and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

This full-time, onsite position requires comfort in indoor/outdoor settings, dusty environments, and with PPE such as