Job Description
A Shift Utility
Req Id:  11237
Job Location:  Hanceville
Posting Start Date:  2/4/25
Work Environment:  Onsite
Job Description: 

Job Purpose

To provide general relief in support of line positions, under daily direction.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

  • Provide general relief in support of line positions during breaks as assigned.
  • Assist in maintaining housekeeping in any area of the facility directed by the shift supervisor
  • Clean and maintain housekeeping for sawline – minimum two times per shift
  • Clean and maintain housekeeping for press pit (night shift)
  • Assist in areas of regrading, paint booth, strapper, and sawline as directed by shift supervisor
  • Use mobile equipment, power and hand tools to process waste and reclaim material (reclaim bark for bark burner, reclaim processed wood from dryer area)
  • Inspects equipment on a daily basis to ensure proper and continuous operations
  • Break out sawline, strapper, and forklift driver as needed
  • Cross-train in other position throughout the mill to cover operational requirements
  • Assist with tasks to reduce unscheduled downtime (clearing airlocks. Cleaning woodburner)
  • Basic or light preventative maintenance duties
  • Assist with special projects
  • 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:

  • Time management skills.
  • Knowledge of line position duties and functions.
  • Knowledge of general plant clean-up and utility functions.
  • Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license

 

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

  • 3 months experience in manufacturing 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 temperatures (hot and cold) and other inclement conditions. 

Information at a Glance

Building a Better World™ Together

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

We do this through offering:

Wellness Solutions
- Physical wellness through competitive health benefits
- Financial wellness through retirement matching, profit sharing and bonus opportunities at all levels
- Mental wellness through free counseling opportunities, prioritizing work-life balance and a generous PTO policy

Culture Solutions
- Team member safety & well being
- Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging
- Recognition for employees through rewards system

Development Solutions
- Continued education assistance available
- Professional development resources for continual growth
- Career pathing and leadership advancement

Community Engagement Solutions
- Volunteerism and financial support for charities and educational facilities in our local communities

About LP:

We are 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. 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.