Production Operator

Requisition ID 30714 -Posted 07/24/2026 - United States - Moncure, NC - Production Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our Moncure team as a Production Utility Operator! This role is on a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, days, and weekends. What we are looking for: High School Diploma/GED.required Manufacturing, warehouse, production, assembly or similar experience required Forklift, mobile equipment, or heavy equipment experience preferred Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role – including lifting 50 lbs, standing for long periods of time, and completing repetitive tasks Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment Ability to problem solve and identify safety hazards. Must be willing to complete a lifetime (from the age of 17) background check and full panel drug screen What we offer: Pay starts at $21.17 per hour and will increase to $22.67 upon completion of certifications within the 6-month probationary period, plus a profit share/gain share program Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, employer-paid and voluntary life insurance, and more Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions Opportunities to learn and develop, including a tuition reimbursement program In this role, you would: Handling, stacking, and grading of material up to 18ft in length and weighing up to 50lbs repetitively. Continuous wrapping and sub-bundling of material and stacking of millwork for shipment. General cleaning of work area and surroundings. Banding together units at the end of each production run. Monitor quality of product, equipment, and safety and working with supervisor as issues arise Use a tape measure and miter saw to cut runners and side boards to the proper length for banding. What to expect from our process: Our team will be in touch through email or text message about whether you've been selected next steps, usually within 3-5 business days Our selection process includes a 30 minute phone interview with HR, a 30 minute online assessment, and a final panel interview onsite If an offer of employment is made, we will conduct the pre-employment steps of a drug screen (including marijuana), background check (dates back to age 17), and a physical. Candidates must successfully clear these gates to begin employment. Note: Some steps are sent through SMS text (from a 470 area code) or from our assessment vendor (Criteria) through email. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a text or email you've received from Arauco, please reach out to our team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Physical Requirements: Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating around equipment and machinery. Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch as necessary to inspect and maintain equipment. Capability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to perform physical tasks that involve lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects. Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods, often in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels and varying temperatures About Us At ARAUCO, we’re more than a global leader in sustainable wood products—we’re a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do—from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations. Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future—one product, one idea, and one team at a time. Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arauco North America, Inc.