Production Operator

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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: www.gppackaging.com and view the video 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
• 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

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