Production Laborer

At SWISS KRONO, our people are the driving force behind our success. With nearly 5,000 employees worldwide, we are powered by individuals who bring passion, ideas and commitment to work every day. We are proud of our motivated, loyal and high‑performing workforce—and they are proud to be part of a global leader in the wood‑based products industry.

Position Summary:

The Labor Production position is an entry level opportunity introducing the employee to the basic components of either the Particleboard or TruWood facility.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.
• Clean facilities including production areas, breakrooms, and restrooms.
• Sweep and shovel including scrap, debris, wood pieces, broken boards, and sawdust.
• Lift, flip, pull, and push composite panel materials.
• Operate a full wheelbarrow and/or wheeled tote to clean and haul waste materials.
• Use air to blow down and clean up floors and equipment.
• Use hand and power tools such as a circular saw to break up materials for removal.
• Use weed eater, lawn mower, and other grounds maintenance tools for tasks around the facilities.
• May assist operators.
• Begin to learn basic operator roles and responsibilities.
• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.
• On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.

Position Requirements: Must meet position requirements to be considered a candidate for this position.

• Must be the age of eighteen (18) years or older.
• Knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools preferred.
• Prior experience in industrial manufacturing, mill work, agriculture, or construction preferred.
• Ability to follow all company, state and federal safety rules when performing required job duties.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screening.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable temperature and weather conditions. 

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

Positions may require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, and foot protection.

EEO: Swiss Krono USA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.