{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f4b056b57dfcbe773b2afb07","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f4b056b57dfcbe773b2afb07","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f4b056b57dfcbe773b2afb07","title":"Technical Manager - OSB","description":"Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? \nThe primary responsibility of this position is formulating lab policies, managing daily procedures, planning the use of raw materials in the composition of Oriented Strand Board and managing Lab Team Members.\nWHAT WILL YOU DO:\n\nCoordinate raw material deliveries with suppliers ensuring raw material is available to operate the mill while meeting the mill’s financial budgets\nDevelop and maintain lab procedures and checklists\nVerify and calibrate lab equipment\nAnalyze data collected using statistical techniques\nEnsure blenders are clean and operate at optimal performance.\nEnsure resin and wax filters are clean\nEnsure APA standards are met.\nLead both internal and external audits for areas including but not limited to corporate quality, SOX, APA, safety, and raw material inventory.\nMaintain moisture meter, thickness gauge and blow detector\nEnsure the accurate adjustment of moisture meters\nEnsure the formula of wax and resin meets the customers and West Fraser’s specifications and adjust as required.\nMust be the Liaison and leader on all resin and wax trials. Maintain a schedule and communicate trials to all Mill leadership in a timely manner.\nProvide hands-on and technical support for the mill and manufacturing processes\nMonitor manufacturing data to optimize performance, manage product cost models, and identify efficiency improvements.\nIdentify hazards, ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and train staff on standard operating procedures.\nEnsure the efficient scheduling of pMDI tank cars\nEnsure Resin and Wax inventories are accurate on a shift basis.\nSpecial projects and other duties assigned.\n\nWHAT YOU WILL NEED:\n\nBachelor’s Degree with 3+ years manufacturing experience OR 10 years of manufacturing management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience\nThorough knowledge of manufacturing OSB including blending, forming, pressing, finishing and testing\nThorough knowledge of statistical concepts and application\nThorough knowledge of quality systems and test methods\nThorough knowledge of physical properties and applications\nCollaborate with teams’ company-wide to ensure target production numbers and sales align with company goals\n\nWhat we offer:\n\nBenefits starting Day 1\nCompetitive starting pay\nOn-the-job training and\nA culture that strongly believes in promoting from within\nMedical\nDental\nVision\n401K with company match\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nPaid vacations and holidays\n\nApply:\nIf you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers\nWe thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process.  Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site.  No phone inquiries, please.\nWest Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe.  We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).\nWe are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development.  The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company\nWest Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)Equal Opportunity Employer \nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. \nFor further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"West Fraser","rawCompany":"west fraser","city":"Ehrhardt","state":"SC","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-25T22:18:38.151Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-production-and-operating-workers"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"321212","title":"Softwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing","slug":"softwood-veneer-and-plywood-manufacturing"},{"code":"321215","title":"Engineered Wood Member Manufacturing","slug":"engineered-wood-member-manufacturing"},{"code":"321211","title":"Hardwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing","slug":"hardwood-veneer-and-plywood-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technical Manager - OSB","description":"Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? \nThe primary responsibility of this position is formulating lab policies, managing daily procedures, planning the use of raw materials in the composition of Oriented Strand Board and managing Lab Team Members.\nWHAT WILL YOU DO:\n\nCoordinate raw material deliveries with suppliers ensuring raw material is available to operate the mill while meeting the mill’s financial budgets\nDevelop and maintain lab procedures and checklists\nVerify and calibrate lab equipment\nAnalyze data collected using statistical techniques\nEnsure blenders are clean and operate at optimal performance.\nEnsure resin and wax filters are clean\nEnsure APA standards are met.\nLead both internal and external audits for areas including but not limited to corporate quality, SOX, APA, safety, and raw material inventory.\nMaintain moisture meter, thickness gauge and blow detector\nEnsure the accurate adjustment of moisture meters\nEnsure the formula of wax and resin meets the customers and West Fraser’s specifications and adjust as required.\nMust be the Liaison and leader on all resin and wax trials. 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Please apply through our online application process.  Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site.  No phone inquiries, please.\nWest Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe.  We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).\nWe are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development.  The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company\nWest Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)Equal Opportunity Employer \nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. \nFor further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.","datePosted":"2026-06-25T22:18:38.151Z","dateModified":"2026-06-25T22:18:38.151Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"West Fraser","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Ehrhardt","addressRegion":"SC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f4b056b57dfcbe773b2afb07"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f4b056b57dfcbe773b2afb07"}}