Production Technician I

Boise Cascade Company; Lena (LA); On-site; USD 32,346 - 39,895; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation plan

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Boise Cascade Company in Lena, LA is seeking Production Tech I employees for a challenging role in a non-climate-controlled mill. These positions support general labor tasks with potential for career advancement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Candidates should possess at least a high school diploma, be willing to learn, and be able to communicate effectively. The company offers comprehensive health benefits and a robust vacation and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• No experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Available to work any shift.
• Work experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to plant safety guidelines and assist team members.
• Maintain floor area and manage heavy objects.
• Cover for other employees during breaks and vacations.

Skills

Ability to communicate in writing

Working knowledge of math fundamentals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we’re one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale‑stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States.

Job Description

Boise Cascade in Lena, LA (near Alexandria, LA) is seeking Production Tech I employees. This is a non‑climate‑controlled mill, meaning temperatures can be very high in the summer and cold in the winter. Production Tech I positions are utilized in a general laborer capacity with opportunities for advancement.

A Day In The Life Typically Includes

• Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures while proactively gaining skills for continued advancement.
• Assisting team members throughout the plant as needed during production.
• Responsible for upkeep of floor area during the normal production runs and break‑outs, moving heavy objects, cleaning equipment or machinery, and loading or unloading material.
• Willingness to learn, accept new roles, and work well as part of a team.
• Acting as a relief operator to cover other employees’ breaks and vacations.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• On‑the‑job training provided.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Working knowledge of math fundamentals.
• Available to work any shift and ability to promote to machinery operator.
• Work experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Benefits

Your health is important to us. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance plans to suit your needs. Additional supplemental policies are also available (cancer insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, etc.). Coverage starts the first day of the month following one month of employment.

• A generous vacation plan is also provided.
• Retirement planning is vital for our employees, with a 401(k) account offered. Additionally, as employees contribute to their 401(k) account company match contributions are added.
• Employees are eligible for discounts, AD&D and life insurance enrollment, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), plus so much more!

Shifts Available

• Two days on, two days off, three days on, two days off rotation – (6:00 am – 6:00 pm).
• Monday – Friday 5:00 am – 5:00 pm, as well as some weekends as required to meet production demands.
• All departments rotate between days/night every two weeks.

Advancement Opportunity

After completing the 90‑ or 120‑day probationary period, associates will have the opportunity to test using skills taught since hire with the possibility of advancing through the following levels.

• Production Tech II ($23.48 per hour) – 8 months minimum, 12 months maximum in position.
• Production Tech III ($24.46 per hour) – 8 months minimum, no maximum in position.
• Production Tech IV ($25.95 per hour) – 8 months minimum, no maximum in position.
• Production Tech V ($28.96 per hour).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.