Entry Level T&G Operator ($22.95/hr; Day Shift 6a-6p, 4 on/4 off schedule)

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

To operate the process of applying tongue and groove to sanded OSB product

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Complete the Operation of the T&G process
• Complete required Quality checks
• Clean and Maintain Rea-Jet –APA marking system
• Complete 20-panel (1 per shift per product)
• Check and maintain metal detect system
• Complete fit test throughout the production shift
• Tape measure verification
• Assist with maintenance on machine
• Assist T&G strapper and forklift per direction from supervisor
• Clean T&G work area
• Perform other duties as necessary.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

 

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of simple equipment operation.
• Knowledge of general equipment maintenance.
• Time management skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.

 

Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 3 – 6 months experience machine operation in a manufacturing environment preferred. 
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

 

Work Environment

Plant environment with exposure to sawdust, chemicals, extreme heat and cold. 

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.