Strander Aid

Job Description

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

Safely and efficiently assist strander operator in the processing of raw materials 

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

  • Maintain debarkers, strander, green screens, and associated belt conveyors  
  • Complete knife changes as required on machines 
  • Complete minor maintenance tasks to maintain operations and mill efficiency 
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including cleaning equipment 
  • Operate strander as needed on a relief basis 
  • Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations 
  • Perform other duties as assigned/necessary

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of complex equipment operation.
  • Knowledge of general equipment maintenance
  • Time management skills.
  • Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time 
  • Excellent manual dexterity, hand/eye coordination 
  • Basic mechanical skills 
  • Ability to operate mobile equipment 
  • Ability to operate a chain saw

 

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

 

Experience:

  • 1 – 2 years’ experience in equipment operation  

Work Environment

OSB Manufacturing Plant 

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.