Production Technician

West Fraser; Guntown (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-1 benefits

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Internal promotion

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking Production Technicians to operate and assist with OSB manufacturing equipment, ensuring safe operation, quality output, and adherence to production targets. You will support a dynamic team, perform preventive maintenance, and participate in continuous improvement efforts.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexibility to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Eligible to legally work in the United States.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to work a 12-hour rotating schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to safety and productivity.
• Willingness to cross-train and learn new jobs and skills.
• Consistent, predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment that produces OSB.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance and clean-up on equipment.
• Work safely and effectively in a team environment.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues regularly.
• Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area.
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping.
• Attend team meetings and regular training sessions.
• Comply with all safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Cross-training

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Technician roles are required to operate or assist with machinery to produce oriented strand board (OSB) using materials, methods, processes, and procedures as adopted by management for the safety and productivity of the plant and all employees and contractors. While most production employees have a certain location and certain daily job duties assigned, it is critical to the team process that all employees understand that they are required to work in any capacity to support their team.

What You Will Do

Production Technicians are responsible for the daily operation of manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board (OSB) and are responsible for safe operation, producing quality OSB, achieving production targets, and maintaining all equipment at a very high standard. To that end, these responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board (OSB)
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow
• 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
• Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping
• Attend team meetings and regular training sessions
• Comply with all Company safety standards and protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications That You Will Need

• Eligible to legally work in the United States
• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating schedule which will include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team
• Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
• Consistent, predictable attendance

Outstanding Benefits Package Including

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).