Production Technician

Arauco; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading sustainable wood products company as a Production Technician. This role involves working a 12-hour shift schedule and responding to problems on the production line while ensuring equipment is operating efficiently. At Arauco, you will enjoy competitive wages, health benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Health plans with gym reimbursement

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement program

Employer contributions to retirement

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen, background check, and physical capability assessment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to upset conditions and address problems with team members.
• Complete product changes and operate the equipment.
• Create maintenance requests for equipment problems.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Willingness to operate a forklift

Ability to work in varying environments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork?Join ourDuraflaketeam as aProduction Technician!

This role is on a 12-hour shift schedule, either fixed day or night shifts, with night shifts required as needed.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be willing and able to be certified to safely operate a forklift or other mobile equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of environments including but not limited to: dusty (wood dust), hot, cold, or wet.
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Post offer, you must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and physical capability assessment.

What we offer:

• The entry-level wage is $21.22 an hour with an additional $2.00 wage increase for the night shift, plus a profit share/gain share program
• Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, employer-paid and voluntary life insurance, and more
• Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance
• Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions
• Opportunities to learn and develop, including a tuition reimbursement program

In this role, you would:

• Respond to upset conditions and work closely with any and all team members to address problems
• Communicate with team members about production line activities, any upset conditions experienced, and follow up on the resolution
• Properly complete product changes and productively operate the equipment
• Create maintenance requests for equipment problems in a timely manner and follow-up as needed to ensure work is completed
• Actively participate in any problem-solving meetings and contribute to improving processes12-
• Complete paperwork and electronic entries as necessary

About Us: At ARAUCO, we’re more than a global leader in sustainable wood products—we’re a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do—from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations.

Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future—one product, one idea, and one team at a time.

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Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.