Growth-Oriented Production Technician (12-Hour Shifts)

Flint Hills Resources; Gladys (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific located in Gladys, VA, is seeking a Production Operator (Production Technician) to join our OSB plant. The role involves operating heavy equipment, ensuring product quality, and adhering to safety standards on 12‑hour rotating shifts that include weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Expected compensation ranges from $22.00 to $28.00 per hour, with entry rates at the lower end. Training requires additional shifts until completion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Experience using a computer, smartphone, and/or tablet for documentation and/or record-keeping functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and moving manufacturing equipment, and mobile equipment including a front-end loader, sweeper, forklift, and manlift.
• Proficiently learn new tasks that include functions in control cab, control room, and ground support.
• Operate Control Room panels, displays and HMI graphics to maintain operations according to parameters.
• Monitor system performance to meet targets.
• Provide ground support for production area while maintaining safe and clean working environment.
• Work in high (up to 80 ft) and confined spaces for up to 12hrs.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with other team members in a team-based environment.
• Learn and comply with all safety policies and regulations to include wearing the necessary Personal Protection Equipment and understanding of permit requirements.
• Perform tasks such as pulling, pushing, and lifting up to 50 lbs., as well as walking, climbing, including stairs, ladders, stooping, standing, and reaching for up to 12hrs in an indoor or outdoor environment, in all weather conditions.

Skills

Equipment operation

HMI experience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMI systems

Job description

Georgia-Pacific located in Gladys, VA, is seeking a Production Operator (Production Technician) to join our OSB plant. The role involves operating heavy equipment, ensuring product quality, and adhering to safety standards on 12‑hour rotating shifts that include weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Expected compensation ranges from $22.00 to $28.00 per hour, with entry rates at the lower end. Training requires additional shifts until completion.