Strapper

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LP Building Solutions is seeking a full-time Strapper for its OSB plant in Thomasville, NC. You will operate a simple piece of equipment under daily direction, verify supplies, perform minor adjustments to keep equipment running, provide general relief on the line, and handle cleanup and utility duties while following all safety rules. Success hinges on basic equipment operation, understanding of line duties, strong time management, and the ability to read and apply safety regulations. A high school diploma is preferred and three to six months of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight safety compliance, reliability, and hands-on problem solving, and apply through LP’s careers portal.

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

To operate a simple piece of equipment as assigned, under daily direction.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Operate a simple piece of equipment, requiring basic instruction, as assigned.
• Check supplies to ensure smooth operation.
• Make minor adjustments to maintain equipment in good operating order.
• Provide general relief in support of line positions during breaks as assigned.
• Perform general clean-up and utility duties as assigned, including sweeping floors, cutting/moving lawns, picking up trash, painting, cleaning equipment, etc.
• 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 equipment operation.
• Knowledge of line position duties and functions.
• Knowledge of general plant clean-up and utility functions.
• Time management and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

• 3 – 6 months experience required.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Work Environment

• OSB Manufactring 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.