Lamination Operator Trainee

Role Summary

Perform all assigned tasks, including but not limited to, the safe, efficient operation of the board lamination equipment and associated equipment. Additionally, the trainee will be required to perform routine maintenance and cleaning on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The assistant may be required to understand and manipulate computer software related to the operation of the flooring line and associated equipment. The trainee will also be required to identify conditions which may lead to substandard quality or up-time and initiate the proper corrective action. Further duties may include assisting operators and maintenance personnel in the troubleshooting, repair, or preventive maintenance of equipment.

Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work closely with others in a small team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Excellent attendance record
• Experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment

WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD

• Experience in a board laminating or laminate flooring production plant
• Associate's degree in a mechanical related field

This is a rotating shift schedule position

Relocation / immigration assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits

As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages:

• 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
• A 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

Together we work, together we win.

About the Company

Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan.

WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY

• A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.