Production Operator (Service Crew)
 Georgia Pacific | |
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
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 United States, Virginia, Big Island | |
 Nov 07, 2024 | |
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[1] Georgia-Pacific 's Containerboard division is currently seeking a talented Production Operators (Service Crew) to join our Big Island, Virginia team. These team members create value by safely operating machines to meet and exceed the plant's production and quality goals. Candidates who acquire the knowledge and skills to be successful in this position will have exciting opportunities for advancement. Our Team GP's Big Island, VA containerboard mill produces the paper used to make boxes. Half of the production is made from 100% recycle fiber and the other half uses about 25% recycle fiber. In 2015, a $50 million upgrade enabled the production of a higher return product. The mill employs approximately 330 people. To learn more about Georgia-Pacific's packaging business please visit: [2] www.gppackaging.com and view the video [3] How Paper Is Made! Production Operators work a 12 hour rotational shift schedule, including holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed. This position's starting pay is $22.18/hour and includes paid time off, potential to earn quarterly bonuses, overtime, healthcare, 401k, and additional benefits! What You Will Do * Perform operator care duties and minor maintenance tasks to include but not limited to lubrication duties * Work throughout the mill to safely meet production and quality goals * Learn multiple operator functions in power and recovery, shipping and receiving, and paper machine areas * Perform detailed housekeeping to keep machinery functioning properly and to maintain the appearance of the plant * Perform physically demanding tasks that include but are not limited to; using a shovel, rake and water hose * Operate mobile equipment * Participate in company safety initiatives * Available to work any shift, including holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed * Work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment * Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for at least 8 hours a day Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * High School Diploma or GED * One (1) year or more of experience in a farming, carpentry, construction, warehouse, military, production, or manufacturing environment * Experience using a computer for email, internet, and other computer applications What Will Put You Ahead * At least two (2) years of manufacturing or industrial experience * Six (6) months or more of experience with mobile equipment such as forklifts, clamp trucks, or skid steers, or similar * Two (2) year technical degree or higher * Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [4] here. Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [5] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: [6] http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf References Visible links 1. http://www.gp.com/ 2. http://www.gppackaging.com/ 3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiWwzwFAeSM 4. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 5. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 6. http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf | |