Production Associate - Arcadia

Weyerhaeuser; Simsboro (LA); On-site; USD 55,655,000 - 56,482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gainsharing bonus opportunities

401K match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking qualified candidates for full-time entry level production team members at our Arcadia OSB mill in Simsboro, Louisiana. Starting pay is $19.54/hour with Gainsharing bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits including 401K match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Join a safety-focused, team-oriented environment where you will operate manufacturing equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and participate in process improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness and ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team setting.
• Willingness to cross-train to learn new jobs & skills.
• Able to perform basic math and use computers.
• Ability to perform essential job functions including climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping and bending.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must pass pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.
• Willing to work in Simsboro, LA without relocation assistance.
• Resume or employment history documentation required.
• Preferably two years manufacturing or industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and daily manage manufacturing equipment producing OSB.
• Perform preventive maintenance and cleanup on equipment.
• Work safely and effectively in a team environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and issues.
• Support ongoing process improvements in the work area.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment.
• Perform quality checks on products.
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Good communication

Team environment

Basic math & computer use

Willingness to cross-train

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking qualified candidates for full-time entry level production team members at our Arcadia Oriented Strand Board Mill (OSB) located in Simsboro, Louisiana.

Starting pay is $19.54/hour.

Competitive starting wage along with Gainsharing bonus opportunities. Benefits include 401K match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

Key Functions

• Responsible for the daily operation of manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board.
• Perform regular Preventive Maintenance and clean-up on equipment.
• Work safely and effectively in a team environment.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues on a regular basis.
• Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow.
• Perform quality checks and ensure production of a quality product.
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping.
• Attend team meetings and regular training sessions.

Job

Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Primary Location

USA-LA-Simsboro

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

Rotating

Relocation Assistance

Not Available

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willingness & ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule which will include weekends and holidays
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team setting.
• Willingness and ability to cross train to learn new jobs & skills.
• Able to perform basic math and use computers.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, and bending.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.
• Willingness to work in Simsboro, LA without requiring relocation assistance.
• Must attach a resume which adequately documents employment history and/or include information on application.
• Preferably two (2) years employment experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.