General Factory

Position Title:

General Factory

Pay Rate: 

$22.25/hour

Category/Shift: 

Hourly Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM.  Primary schedule will be 1st shift, but must be flexible/able to work overtime & weekends, if needed.

Physical Location:

International Paper – Buffalo Sheet Plant 

100 Bud Mil Dr.

Buffalo, NY 14206

The Job You Will Perform: 

• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures, and maintain good housekeeping 

• Perform all duties as required and assigned by immediate supervisor        

• At shift start, check machine area for safety, cleanliness, and mechanical problems

• Process corrugated sheets according to written specifications/diagrams and prepares product for the next operation

• Assist with routine machine set-ups, quality checks (including proper measurements) and recognize potential problems with the product

• Tasks must be performed in a timely fashion, following all safety procedures and ensuring quality product arrives at the next operation

• Complete paperwork for tracking as well as computer data entry relating to production metrics.

• End of shift cleanup

• Maintain clean and safe work environment throughout shift

The Skills You Will Bring: 

• High school diploma or state registered GED preferred

• Manufacturing experience preferred but not necessary

• Stable work history

• Must have basic computer skills

• Must have reliable transportation

• Ability to communicate and work well with others

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Ability to maintain quality and safety
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
• Ability to work overtime and some Saturdays when scheduled
• Ability to work effectively in the following work environment:
  • Standing and walking are required for most of the shift

  • Noise level in the work environment is loud

  • Temperature in plant can fluctuate due to outside temperatures

  • Physical activity requires handling an average weight of 10-15 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds

  • While performing duties of this job, employees are around moving mechanical parts

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:

• Promotional opportunities – This position is an incredible opportunity to learn from seasoned techs, contribute to a business and machine reliability, and grow into more senior roles with increasing responsibility quickly.

• Our team values collaborative, out of the box thinking to ensure a positive and profitable business.

• If your goals are to contribute, learn and grow, IP Buffalo is the place for you.

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 of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.