Utility - Entry Level Position

LP Building Solutions; Newberry (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LP Building Solutions in the United States is seeking a dedicated Utility position to support mill operations and cover employee absences. The role involves daily maintenance, cleaning, and routine tasks that contribute to producing high-quality panel products, with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.

You will train to support all mill areas, assist with baghouse maintenance, perform wash-downs, and participate in general site cleanup while following all safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required; ability to learn general plant cleanup and utility tasks.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform general plant cleanup and utility tasks across mill areas.
• Maintain and assist with baghouse maintenance and general housekeeping.
• Follow safety rules and environmental regulations at all times.

Skills

General plant cleanup

Safety rules adherence

Teamwork

Time management

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Job Purpose

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide coverage for employee absences, including paid time off (PTO) and illnesses. When not providing coverage, the Utility supports mill operations by performing daily maintenance and cleaning duties that contribute to the production of high‑quality panel products. A commitment to working safely is essential in all aspects of this role.

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Train to support and provide coverage across all areas of the mill.
• Maintain and assist with baghouse bag changeouts for units #1, #2, #4, #5, #8, #9, and the McConnel Baghouse.
• Clean embossing plates and mesh pads to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Perform wash-down activities between buildings as needed.
• Carry out general cleanup and utility tasks as directed daily by the Supervisor, including sweeping floors, mowing or trimming lawns, collecting trash, painting, and cleaning equipment.
• Screen cleaning.
• Clean scuppers.
• Complete and document eyewash station inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support mill operations.
• Follow all safety rules, guidelines, and regulations while performing job responsibilities.

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to learn and perform general plant cleanup and utility tasks.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow all General Plant Rules.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Ability to maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment at all times.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors, including at elevated heights.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, both hot and cold, indoors or outdoors.
• Ability to work in dusty environments as needed.
• Ability to wear a respirator when required.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to safely perform tasks at heights.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to hear and see moving or approaching mobile equipment to ensure safe operation.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Work Environment

• Work takes place in a manufacturing plant environment, which may be dusty or dirty at times.
• May be exposed to hot or cold weather conditions depending on the season and work area.
• Must be able to wear a respirator when required for specific tasks.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights.
• Must be willing to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times, including steel‑toe/composite boots, gloves, high‑visibility clothing, hard hat, hearing protection and safety glasses.
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule, including nights, days, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work both 8-hour and 12-hour shifts as required by the production schedule.

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.