Production Technician

West Fraser; Guntown (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

On-the-job training

401K with company match

Promotion from within

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a Production Technician to operate OSB manufacturing equipment and forklifts, ensuring safe, efficient product flow. You will participate in preventive maintenance, team collaboration, and daily recordkeeping to support plant productivity.

This role requires flexibility for 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. The company highlights on-the-job training, internal promotion culture, and a comprehensive benefits package from Day 1.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

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

Attendance reliability

Willingness to cross-train

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Maintenance tools

Equipment cleaning

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:

• 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
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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).

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