Shift Utility (6p - 6a, 4 on / 4 off)

About the Company

LP Building Solutions, part of Louisiana-Pacific Corporation, makes engineered wood and related building products for builders, remodelers, and homeowners around the world. The company is known for a values-led workplace that emphasizes ethics, inclusion, challenge, and reward. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America and has a long history of supporting growth and career development in the building products industry.

Role Overview

The shift utility team member provides general support to line positions and works under daily supervision. This role is scheduled on a 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. shift with a 4 on / 4 off rotation.

Key Duties

• Help keep housekeeping standards in the assigned areas of the plant, as directed by the shift supervisor.
• Clean the sawline area at least twice during each shift.
• Maintain housekeeping in the press pit during night shift operations.
• Support work in regrading, the paint booth, the strapper, and the sawline as assigned.
• Operate mobile equipment, power tools, and hand tools to handle waste and recover usable material, including bark for the bark burner and processed wood from the dryer area.
• Check equipment each day to support safe and uninterrupted operation.
• Provide break relief for the sawline, strapper, and forklift operator when needed.
• Learn additional jobs across the mill to help cover operational needs.
• Assist with tasks that reduce unplanned downtime, such as clearing airlocks and cleaning the woodburner.
• Carry out basic or light preventive maintenance tasks.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in every task.

Requirements

• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Familiarity with line position duties and how they function.
• Understanding of general plant cleanup and utility work.
• Ability to read and follow safety rules and regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• At least 3 months of relevant experience is required.
• An equivalent mix of education and experience that shows the ability to perform the job may also be accepted.

Work Environment

This position is based in a plant setting with exposure to sawdust, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and other weather or site-related conditions.

Benefits

LP provides competitive pay and a broad benefits package that includes health and welfare coverage, a 401(k) plan, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing, and additional programs.