Job Purpose Ensure manufacturing and secondary processes meet control specification and finished product standards are met as a shift technician. Provide problem-solving support to operations and secondary processes as needed. Lead and facilitate projects to accomplish established objectives. In this position you will have the opportunity to: * Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and regulations and participate in facility Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities as assigned. * Proactively identify and perform tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality and environmental performance. * Verify product standards are met through analysis of product and process measurements and observations. * Ensure all relevant quality requirements are consistently met according to the Quality Control (QC) Manual, Control Plans and Plant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's). * Ensure that non-conforming product is appropriately quarantined, identified and segregated according to standard procedures. * Analyze and evaluate quarantined product to determine disposition in accordance with product standards. * Record testing and inspection results, input into appropriate database or spreadsheets. Identify and respond to statistical trends or non-conforming process measures and test values. * Verify that all product packaging and appearance standards are met. Lead in troubleshooting and resolving non-conformances; conduct audits of finished product packaging. * Generate reports and charts for further analysis. * Communicate test results and observations to operations and management to maintain process and product conformance. * Assist in process/product tests/trials as assigned. * Conduct product testing and analyze results. * Provide support of LP's Value-Based Strategy by conducting employee training as needed, leveraging QIR learnings to the process and identifying product/process optimization and A-grade improvement opportunities. * Maintain raw material inventories by recording and monitoring consumption as needed. * Perform other duties as necessary. * Perform all duties in accordance with environmental and safety rules and regulations. What do I need to be successful? Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Knowledge and ability to follow safety and environmental standards and procedures. * Knowledge of LP's Quality System or ability to gain such knowledge. * Knowledge of APA Quality Policies and Standards. * Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and supporting software, to include spreadsheet and statistical packages. * Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment and basic mechanical ability. * Ability to operate job related tools and equipment. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Demonstrated ability to work while wearing a respirator and/or other safety clothing or equipment. * Ability to work in a team environment. * Knowledge of general equipment maintenance. * Time management skills. * Demonstrated mechanical ability. * Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations. Education & Experience Education: * High school diploma, GED or equivalent. * Bachelor's degree in Forest Products, Engineering, Wood Science or related field preferred. * ASQ Certifications, Lean Six Sigma Training or other applicable training desirable. Experience: * 2+ years' experience in a related field preferred. * Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position. Work Environment * Manufacturing Plant Environment * The lab and manufacturing environment includes exposure to moving parts, fumes, chemicals, airborne particles and high temperatures. * Must have the ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, work in inclement weather and work with elevated noise levels. * Position requires the ability to frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. * Must have the ability to wear a respirator. * Must have the ability to work 8-12 hour shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts. * Must have the ability to work at heights.