Press Cleaner

Kronospan; Clarion (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and vacation plans

Company paid life and disability plans

Job summary

Kronospan in Clarion, Iowa is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to perform cleaning and upkeep of the press operations. The ideal candidate will ensure a safe and clean press area and support utility departments as needed.

This role requires a high school diploma, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to troubleshoot production issues effectively. Excellent growth opportunities exist within the world's leading producer of wood panel products.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all tasks associated with maintaining a clean and safe press and press area.
• Ability to complete all documentation associated with the press.
• Keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning of the press.
• Provide direction and support to the utility department.
• Oversight and direction of temporary employees during MDF production.

Skills

Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and quality

Ability to operate a fork truck

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to troubleshoot problems

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate

Job description

About Us

Clarion Boards and Clarion Laminates are part of Kronospan USA – We are the world's leading producer of wood-based panels including MDF, OSB, Particleboard and Laminate Flooring. Operating more than 40 sites worldwide, we offer our associates numerus opportunities. We are looking for hard‑working, dedicated individuals, who want to join our growing Shippenville, PA team.

Your Career, your way.

Our core values are reflected in everything we do: We are inquisitive with a will to win. We explore new processes and we focus on innovation. Our associates share knowledge and experiences and work collaboratively. We foster an inclusive working environment and welcome diversity. We take responsibility for the environment in which we live and work and practice sustainability in everything we do.

Main duties and responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

This position will perform activities related to the upkeep, basic maintenance and cleaning of the press. Primary area of concentration is the press but will also provide direction and support to the utility department in all other areas of the plant. This employee may also be responsible for oversight and direction of temporary employees when used in support of the production of MDF.

This position will primarily work Monday through Friday daylight but may be required to work various hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and quality and consistently demonstrate pride in one's work
• Ability to perform all tasks associated with maintaining a clean and safe press and press area
• Ability to complete all documentation associated with the Press such as round sheets for the cleaning of the press and associated areas
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems during day‑to‑day production as well as understand escalating issues and react accordingly and in a timely fashion
• Ability to operate a fork truck and other equipment required in the production of MDF/HDF

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptionally self‑motivated and directed. Energetic, forward‑thinking and creative with high ethical standards
• Keen attention to detail

Position reports to

Production Superintendent

What we offer

What You Will Get

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
• You enjoy highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Company paid life and short & long term disability plans
• Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
• "Life of Career" training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
• Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools

What t Send Our Way

• Your updated resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.