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Production Associate/Utility

International Paper
Plant City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 May 2025
💰 $53,880/yr($43,160/yr$53,880/yr)

About the role

Position Title: 
Production Associate (Utility)

 
Pay Rate:
Starting at $21.58/Hour + shift differential
After successful completion of training, position will pay up to $26.94/Hour + shift differential

 

Sign On Bonus:
$500 after 90 days, 
$500 after 6 months, 
$500 after 1 year and an additional bonus at 2 years

 
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time - 3rd Shift

-The plant operates 24/5 

 

-Must be open to working both 2nd and 3rd shift 

-Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed; significant overtime may be needed during busy periods. 


Physical Location:
Plant City Box
2402 Police Center Drive
Plant City, FL 33566

 
The Job You Will Perform:
•    Following all safety rules and procedures
•    Assisting single-facer and double-backer operators prepare rolls for splices and order changes.
•    Assisting clean single facers when they are not in operation.
•    Performing other corrugator (wet/dry end) crew-member duties during break periods, as needed
•    Working with other associates(s) to change corrugator flute rolls when roll changes are needed.
•    Assisting other crew members with the daily cleaning of the machine
•    Assisting on the sheet line as needed when sheet orders are produced.
•    Assist and clear any jam ups that occur on the dry end and bring back to running status.
•    Maintain the chop out carts to an acceptable level for changeover/order change.
•    Adjust in COPAR to produce quality products.
•    Produce the right load tags for the orders that will be ran.
•    Perform quality checks per SPI’s and input them into QMS (dimensions, PINS, caliper, Soaks, moisture)
•    Ensure all waste is disposed of for every order.
•    Pro-actively assist machine operators.
•    Clean the dry end per the weekly clean up tracker.
•    Organize and manage WIP line to maximize storage.
•    Communicate quality issues with the crew if necessary.
•    Training on and learning all corrugator crew positions to be able to perform those jobs during vacation, call-in, and/or other absence situations.
•    Maintaining a clean and organized work area – 6S
•    Daily emptying all the waste containers in the corrugator department, including those in the     supervisors’ office
•    Receiving, unloading, and storing the corrugator raw materials in the proper areas
•    Work effectively as a team member.
•    Keep up with the pace of the machine (order changes, outfeed lines, load tags)
•    Have a productive shift change with incoming employees. (Communication)
•    Performing other duties as assigned by supervision

 
The Skills You Will Bring:
•    Firsthand manufacturing/production work experience preferred.
•    Corrugated industry experience preferred.
•    Ability to identify quality defects and monitor the quality of production.
•    The ability to work in a demanding environment with minimal supervision.
•    The ability to accurately read a tape measure and use basic shop math.
•    The ability to accurately perform tasks after being explained and demonstrated, follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
•    Punctuality, excellent work ethic, and a cheerful outlook
 
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

 
The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities

 
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward for sustainable practices across communities around the

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