OSB Plant Controls Operator (12-Hour Rotating Shifts)

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Fordyce (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health benefits

401k matching

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific's Oriented Strand Board (OSB) plant in Fordyce, AR is seeking a safety‑oriented Controls Systems Operator to support our operations team in continuous manufacturing. You will work a 12‑hour rotating shift (days 6:00am–6:00pm and nights 6:00pm–6:00am) with overtime and weekend coverage as needed.

Responsibilities include operating HMI/DCS systems, monitoring control room data, troubleshooting equipment, and performing basic asset care.

Qualifications

• Experience operating or monitoring production equipment from a control room using HMI, DCS or similar process control software.
• Ability to monitor data entry into control systems and adjust operations accordingly.
• Familiarity with safety rules and PPE requirements for industrial plants.

Responsibilities

• Operate HMI/DCS systems to defined standards and product targets.
• Monitor and input data into control systems to track performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production and reduce downtime.
• Perform basic asset care including preventative maintenance and housekeeping.
• Collaborate with team to meet production, waste, quality, and safety goals.
• Operate or work around forklifts and heavy equipment while following safety rules.
• Wear required PPE and follow environmental guidelines.

Skills

HMI/DCS operation

Production monitoring

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Job description

Georgia-Pacific's Oriented Strand Board (OSB) plant in Fordyce, AR is seeking a safety‑oriented Controls Systems Operator to support our operations team in continuous manufacturing. You will work a 12‑hour rotating shift (days 6:00am–6:00pm and nights 6:00pm–6:00am) with overtime and weekend coverage as needed.

Responsibilities include operating HMI/DCS systems, monitoring control room data, troubleshooting equipment, and performing basic asset care.