West Fraser · 1 month ago
Production Technician
Kinards, SC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelWest Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber and wood chips. The Production Technician role involves operating machinery to produce oriented strand board (OSB), ensuring safety and quality while achieving production targets and maintaining equipment standards.
ForestryPaper ManufacturingRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Operate manufacturing equipment that produces oriented strand board (OSB)
Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product flow
Perform regular preventive maintenance and clean-up on equipment
Work safely and effectively in a team environment
Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues on a regular basis
Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area
Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping
Attend team meetings and regular training sessions
Comply with all Company safety standards and protocols
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Eligible to legally work in the United States
High School diploma or equivalent education
Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating schedule which will include nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team
Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
Consistent, predictable attendance
Benefits
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training
Medical
Dental
401k with company match
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Relocation is available for this role
Company
West Fraser
With more than 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips and other residuals, while promoting sustainable practices across its operations.
Founded in 1955
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
West Fraser has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.77MKey Investors
Sustainable Development Technology Canada
2023-09-22Acquired
2015-03-15Grant· $4.77M
1999-04-09IPO
Leadership Team
Edward Seraphim
President and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
2025-12-11
PR Newswire
2025-12-05
Company data provided by crunchbase