Production Technician/Forklift Operator

Bennettsville, SC

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

Production Technician/Forklift Operator – Bennettsville, SC

Is it time for a career change? Do you want to work somewhere with growth opportunity, great benefits, and pay?

Look no further! Check out a growing company with many opportunities!

ENTRY RATE: $19.54

Entry level Production Technicians will be responsible for operating automated strapping machines and safely operating forklifts to both stage product on the line as well as remove product and store it in our warehouse.

When You Will Work

FULL TIME position that allows flexibility during the week and on the weekends. We support a 12-hour rotating shift that is only scheduled to work half of the year! FULL week off EACH month!  

What You Will Support

• Safety is our top priority. We take pride in knowing our employees go home as safely as they came in. You will report all safety incidents (including near misses). Lockout tag out will be used to ensure safety while working on machines or other equipment. You will be responsible for completing rolling stock operator safety checklist sheets at start of each shift. Always use downtime for housekeeping duties to prevent hazards.
• Quality is an important part of the production process, falling under Safety. You will closely monitor product for quality concerns and communicate issues with appropriate team members for effective resolution. Complete LIMS quality checks in AMS. You will operate forklift- requires constantly getting on and off the forklift throughout the entire shift and demands exceptional hand and eye coordination. 
• Technicality - Complete product changes through efficient and effective operation at the bander and in-feed positions, placing runners in the runner dispenser. Requires constant bending, twisting and lifting throughout the shift. In-feed preparing units for consumption removing banding, tickets, corner protectors, runners and restacking runners for reuse. There are times when employee may have to remove entire boards from stack with assistance from another team member. Maintain banding equipment and work with maintenance team members to keep equipment in good working order and resolve any issues. Assist in the development of and follow SOP’s and JHA’s.
• Adaptability. You will set-up and operate bander computer and ticket printer while constantly monitoring equipment and process. In-feed staging units, following picklist, consuming tickets to order and printing take back tickets. Communicate with the incoming shift concerning bander issues, quality issues, production order running, AMS consumption, detail, reconcile and any other information. Complete paperwork and computer entries for ticket data and pass down information. This includes accurately documenting downtime with a detailed description of the issues.
• Communication with Supervisor, Lead Tech, Press Operator, Lay-up Operator and Lift Driver regarding production. Communicate effectively through the utilization of electronic mail. This includes checking and responding to emails during each shift as required.
• Flexibility is key to support and work on other shifts as needed. This position may require other duties and responsibilities as needed.

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. You can work without close supervision to complete tasks.
• Have an Open Mind: We are willing to learn, be flexible, change and innovate to help our business and our people succeed.
• Collaborative: You have good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Educated:  High School Diploma or GED required. Additional education is a plus.
• Experienced: We prefer prior use of a forklift (12 months) and prior work in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable: You must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Resourceful: You can read, analyze, and interpret business documents. You can do fundamental mathematics as it pertains to your position. You can interpret instructions in written, oral or diagram formats.
• Safe: You wear a hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs and hi-visibility gear and follow safety rules and procedures. Climbing on and off forklift.
• Strong: Must lift 50 lbs and walk/stand for a minimum of 12 hours. Walking up and down stairs and throughout the mill for 12 hours

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 

Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization.

Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities.  Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner.  If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.