Entry-Level Plywood Plant Utility Worker

Freres Wood; Lyons (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Life

Short-term Disability

Selection 125

Discretionary Quarterly Profit Sharing

401 (K)

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Freres Engineered Wood in Lyons, Oregon is seeking a motivated utility worker for our plywood production facility. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training and exposure to multiple production tasks.

You will rotate across Dryer Feeder, Dryer Grader, and LUL Patcher, learn safety procedures, and join a team that values reliability and flexibility on a fast-paced line.

Six 8-hour shifts, six days per week, with opportunities to advance as skills grow.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to stand and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate machinery with basic technology.
• Reliable, punctual, and dedicated to high-quality results.
• Adaptable to changing tasks and work environments.
• Comply with safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Awareness of hazards and proactive risk mitigation.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and feed veneer to dryers to maintain capacity.
• Grade and stack veneer for transport and later use.
• Patch veneers to specification, ensuring thickness consistency.
• Cross-train across multiple roles on the production floor.

Skills

Physical ability

Basic tech literacy

Strong work ethic

Adaptable

Safety awareness

Risk mitigation

Critical thinking

Job description

Freres Engineered Wood in Lyons, Oregon is seeking a motivated utility worker for our plywood production facility. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training and exposure to multiple production tasks.

You will rotate across Dryer Feeder, Dryer Grader, and LUL Patcher, learn safety procedures, and join a team that values reliability and flexibility on a fast-paced line.

Six 8-hour shifts, six days per week, with opportunities to advance as skills grow.