MDF Finishing/Packing Operator

Kronospan • Clarion, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood-based panels including MDF, OSB, Particleboard and Laminate Flooring. We are looking for hard-working, dedicated individuals to join our growing U.S. team. This role involves performing all tasks related to packaging MDF/HDF product, including the safe operation of packaging and banding equipment according to specifications. Responsibilities also include basic equipment maintenance and cleaning, identifying and correcting unacceptable product conditions, and assisting maintenance personnel with troubleshooting and repairs.

Requirements

• The ability to read and comprehend work instructions of a technical nature.
• The ability to operate or learn to operate heavy machinery.
• The ability to work with electric, pneumatic, or hand tools.
• The ability to be trained and become certified to operate a forklift.
• The ability to comprehend and manipulate metric measurements.
• The ability to work effectively with other members of the facility team.
• The ability to work without constant supervision.
• The ability to creatively problem-solve, individually or as part of a group.
• The ability to work in extreme heat and cold.
• The ability to meet physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Perfect or near-perfect attendance record
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
• This is a rotating shift position

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks involved in packaging MDF/HDF product through the safe operation of packaging and banding equipment according to required specifications.
• Perform basic, routine equipment maintenance and cleaning on all machinery and workspaces in the area of responsibility.
• Identify unacceptable product conditions and initiate the proper corrective action.
• Assist maintenance personnel in the troubleshooting, repair, or preventive maintenance of equipment.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
• Highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Company paid life and short & long term disability plans
• Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family
• 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
• “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
• Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed