Production Technician — 12-Hour Shifts & Growth

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Gladys (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Vision insurance

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Corp. in Gladys, VA is seeking a Production Operator to help safely and efficiently manufacture OSB products. The role involves heavy equipment operation, contributing to quality control, and adapting to rotating 12-hour shifts that include weekends and holidays.

Entry rates start lower within a $22.00–$28.00/hr range, with growth opportunities as you gain experience. Training requires additional shifts until completion, and the plant operates tobacco-free with a comprehensive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years in industrial, military, manufacturing, warehouse, retail or farming environments.
• Experience using a computer, smartphone, or tablet for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce and maintain product quality to meet customer expectations.
• Operate heavy and moving manufacturing equipment including front-end loader, sweeper, forklift, and manlift.
• Learn new tasks including functions in control cab, control room, and ground support.
• Operate Control Room panels, displays and HMI graphics to maintain operations per parameters.
• Monitor system performance to meet targets.
• Provide ground support for production area while keeping a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Industrial experience

Equipment operation

HMI experience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

HMI interface

Job description

Georgia-Pacific Corp. in Gladys, VA is seeking a Production Operator to help safely and efficiently manufacture OSB products. The role involves heavy equipment operation, contributing to quality control, and adapting to rotating 12-hour shifts that include weekends and holidays.

Entry rates start lower within a $22.00–$28.00/hr range, with growth opportunities as you gain experience. Training requires additional shifts until completion, and the plant operates tobacco-free with a comprehensive