Production Operator

ARAUCO is a global manufacturer of sustainably-produced forest product solutions for construction, industrial, and retail markets. With over 120 facilities worldwide, we manufacture and distribute the industry’s most-comprehensive selection of wood composite panels, premium plywood, millwork, lumber, and FSC-certified wood pulp.

ARAUCO is growing in North America, with innovative manufacturing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to make a difference in the communities where we are located. We are seeking the right individuals for high-caliber opportunities in manufacturing, supply chain, maintenance, safety, and other related fields. This is a direct-hire role with benefits. We look forward to considering you as part of our team at ARAUCO!

https://na.arauco.com

How does this role fit into the success of our organization?

• An operator is a crucial part of the operation with a great deal of responsibility in making product within specification, good quality and assures that the machine stays running with minimal downtime and waste to meet and or exceed our customer’s expectations.
• Operates treating machine(s) that produce furniture and décor papers.
• Regulates machine speed, flow, volume, and temperature.
• Stops or resets machine when malfunction occurs and clears machine jams.
• Performs tests and evaluates product. Verifies and records product weights or measurements to ensure quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Coach or Manufacturing Manager.
• Inspects and removes defective product as required.
• Adjusts machine tension, pressure and machine components according to specifics of product.

What are we looking for?

• Knowledgeable
  • High school diploma or GED, additional education a plus
• Experienced
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret business documentation, SOPs, and job descriptions.
  • Ability to do fundamental mathematics as it pertains to production, formulations, efficiencies, and scrap.
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• Effective
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Good interpersonal, communication, planning and organizational skills to attain high levels of performance.
  • Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision
  • Ability to follow all safety rules and procedures.
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• Collaborative
  • Collaboration is key to Arauco’s success. This role requires collaboration with teams, management, clients, customers, and vendors in a professional manner to be successful.
• Physical Requirements 

  • Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating around equipment and machinery. 

  • Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch as necessary to inspect and maintain equipment. 

  • Capability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. 

  • Ability to perform physical tasks that involve lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects. 

  • Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods, often in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels and varying temperatures 

What qualities make a great Arauco Team Member?

• Be Committed to Our Success: We succeed together and are committed to showing up, taking ownership, and doing our best every day.
• Be People Focused: We work as a team to create a safe, positive, collaborative culture.
• Operate with Integrity: We hold ourselves and our teammates accountable to operating honestly, ethically, and reliably.
• Have an Open Mind: We are willing to learn, be flexible, change and innovate to help our business and our people succeed.

What can you expect from working at Arauco?

People are our top priority at Arauco. We pride ourselves on being a global organization, while still having a safe, united, and collaborative environment.

We are committed to providing a positive experience for our people, by ensuring they feel recognized, valued, developed, empowered, and connected.

 

Here are some of the programs and benefits we provide that help us meet that commitment:

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: We offer fair, competitive compensation based on experience and job performance.

Benefits: We offer competitive benefits to our people, with options that meet the needs of our people.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Covera