Strander Aid

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LP Building Solutions is seeking a full-time Strander Aid in Thomasville, NC to safely assist the strander operator, maintain debarkers and conveyors, perform knife changes, carry out minor maintenance, and keep a clean, safe work environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of equipment operation, with basic mechanical skills and the ability to operate mobile equipment and a chainsaw. Expect an OSB manufacturing setting with extreme temperatures, lifts over 40 pounds, stairs, and work at heights up to 80 feet. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight hands on maintenance, safety performance, reliability, and willingness to work relief shifts in line with LP values.

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:

• Maintains 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 

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time 
• Excellent manual dexterity, visual acuity, depth perception, and hand/eye coordination 
• Basic mechanical skills 
• Ability to operate mobile equipment 
• Ability to operate a chain saw 

Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 1 – 2 years’ experience in equipment operation.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Work Environment

• OSB manufacturing facility with exposure to extreme heat, cold, and other inclement conditions 
• Required to climb stairs, bend, stoop, squat, and lift over 40 lbs. 
• Must work with extremely sharp instruments 
• Must be comfortable working at heights of 80 ft or above 
• When machines fail, high stress situations may arise 
• * Other duties or responsibilities not listed above may be assigned as necessary. 

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.