About this opportunity
Arauco lists this Flex/Utility Technician opportunity in bennettsville, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our Bennettsville team as a Flex/Utility Technician !
This role is primarily scheduled Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Candidates must also be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call as operational needs require.
What we are looking for:
High School Diploma or GED required. Additional education is a plus
Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating around equipment and machinery
Must lift 50 lbs. and walk/stand for a minimum of 12 hours. Walking up and down stairs and throughout the mill for 12 hours
We prefer prior use of a forklift (12 months) and prior work in a manufacturing environment
Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods, often in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels and varying temperatures.
What we offer:
Starting rate of pay is $20.68/hour, plus a profit share/gain share program. This rate will increase after satisfactory completion of 6-month probationary period and level qualifications (including testing and performance assessment)
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:
Maintain safe and consistent housekeeping throughout the Raw Board Press and surrounding production areas, including removal of wood fiber, waste, spills, and other potential fire hazards
Operate equipment such as forklifts, floor sweepers, Guzzlers, skid steer loaders, manlifts, gas monitors, and required respirators after completing appropriate training
Follow all LOTO, confined space, fire safety, PPE, SOP, and other established safety procedures
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities, including Minimax system inspections and other assigned PMs
Support equipment cleaning during maintenance outages and provide guidance to contractors or serve as an attendant during confined space work when required
Communicate area performance, equipment concerns, and upset conditions with the Control Room, Quality, Maintenance, and Leadership teams
Create maintenance notifications for equipment issues and follow up as needed to help ensure work is completed
Participate in required safety programs and training, report incidents or near-misses, and help maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible workplace
Assist with additional work throughout the mill as needed
Work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, and high temperatures, including physical activity such as standing, climbing, lifting, pushing, and pulling
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.
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Worksite address
bennettsville, SC, 29512, US
Who can apply
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