Job Description
Entry Level Waferizer Maintenance ($24.88/hr - 12 hr shift, 4 on/4 off schedule)
Req Id:  11585
Job Location:  Hanceville
Posting Start Date:  5/27/25
Work Environment:  Onsite
Job Description: 

Job Purpose

To perform preventive maintenance and repairs on green end equipment

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

  • Maintain Debarker, Waferizer, Green screeners and associated belt conveyors to effectively process the specified wood supply
  • Complete knife changes on machines
  • Maintain organization of all green end area tools and equipment
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance functions.
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • 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:

  • Basic knowledge of maintenance functions.
  • Knowledge of maintenance equipment and tools.
  • Time management skills.
  • Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, lift and pull (up to 50 lbs)
  • Ability to work at heights

 

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

  • 1 – 2 years’ general maintenance experience preferred, 6-12 months experience in equipment operation 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 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.