Production Team Member

RoyOMartin; Oakdale (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare program

Wellness program

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

Chaplaincy services

Education assistance

Job summary

RoyOMartin Oakdale OSB plant seeks production team members for a safety‑first, fast‑paced environment. You will operate equipment to produce OSB, troubleshoot issues, and participate in problem solving while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Starting pay is $18.10 per hour with potential to reach $38.89 hourly through on‑the‑job training; 12‑hour shifts and rotating schedules are standard across 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ and high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; basic computer skills.
• Must complete WorkKeys assessment as part of pre-screening.
• Industrial environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment to manufacture OSB products.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform routine maintenance.
• Participate in problem-solving sessions and cross-train on machines.
• Maintain product quality and meet efficiency targets.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machine operation knowledge

Job description

Job Description:ROYOMARTIN-OAKDALE TO HOLD CAREER FAIR ON December 9, 2026RoyOMartin's OSB-manufacturing plant in Oakdale, LA, will hold an invitation-only career fair for production team members on Wednesday, December 9, 2026 . Interested candidates should follow the steps below for employment consideration:Contact one of the following locations to schedule a WorkKeys assessment to be taken by December 4, 2026 :SOWELA – Oakdale Campus: 117 Highway 1152, Oakdale, LA 71463; 318-335-3944La. Workforce Commission (Rapides Business and Career Solutions Center) : 5610-B Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA; 318-767-6048Candidates who have previously completed the WorkKeys assessment may upload their scores with their application, fax scores to 318-441-2050, or email scores to Jayme Gormanous at [e-mail] or Landie Greene at [e-mail]. Please include your complete contact information. Applicants are encouraged to check their email daily as this is our primary method of communication for updates, interview scheduling, and other important information throughout the hiring process.Candidates who successfully complete the pre-screening process will be contacted by RoyOMartin to attend an invitation-only career fair.Primary Responsibilities: After an onboarding process of learning safety protocols and performing clean-up duties throughout the manufacturing plant, production team members will transition to a work system, where they will be responsible for safely operating equipment used to make oriented strand board; troubleshooting mechanical issues; actively participating in problem-solving sessions; producing a quality product and required efficiencies consistently; and cross-training on different machine centers. Production team members are expected to strive for maximum potential, both as individuals and as part of a production team.Pay Rate: The starting pay for production team members at RoyOMartin-OSB is $18.10 an hour, with the potential to earn up to $38.89 an hour through on-the-job training.Job Qualifications: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to apply. He/she must have a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate verbal and written communication skills and computer proficiency. A background in an industrial environment is preferred. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Additionally, he/she must successfully complete the WorkKeys assessment.Behavioral ProfileThe ideal candidate must be committed to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise and an outstanding attendance record. He/she must demonstrate self-motivation, detail orientation, problem-solving and communication skills, a can-do attitude, a sense of urgency, prioritization skills, and a lead-by-example approach. Additionally, he/she should be able to work independently, as well as with others.Work Environment/ScheduleWork Environment: All RoyOMartin facilities are smoke free. Manufacturing plants are not climate controlled and are representative of working conditions commonly associated with other industrial workplaces. Employees working outdoors may encounter rain, wind, and other elements. Good housekeeping is expected in all areas. Due to production requirements, much work is fast-paced. In all situations, employees are expected to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety requirements for his/her workstation. No job is so important that it cannot be performed safely. Schedule: RoyOMartin production facilities operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with most production team members working a 12-hour shift. Individuals must be able to work rotating shifts (including holidays) and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime as conditions of employment. Weekend-only work schedules are also an option.BenefitsSome of the benefits our team members enjoy include:Healthcare- Legacy Health & Wellness and Legacy PharmacyWellness ProgramFlexible Spending AccountAdditional InsurancePaid Time OffRetirementChaplaincy ServicesEducationAbout RoyOMartinAt RoyOMartin, people are our number-one asset. We are committed to keeping them safe and supporting them as they learn and grow. There’s just something unique about being in the people business: Our leaders are involved in daily operations and nurture personal relationships; our employees stick with us for the long term and appreciate our top-notch benefits, and we believe that everyone has the capacity to succeed.With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of our more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America’s building industry. Through our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, customers can be assured that we responsibly source our raw materials from regional forests to produce “Made in the U.S.A.” oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments.RoyOMartin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.