Production Operator

Production Operator (Service Crew)

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.

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 and view the video How Paper Is Made!

Production Operators work a 12 hour rotational shift schedule, and will work both days (6am to 6pm) and nights (6pm to 6am), with as little as 48 hours between days and night shift. Production Operators work holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.

This position's starting pay is $24.57/hour (with +$1.08 shift differential for nights) 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
• 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 or education/training in a farming, carpentry, construction, warehouse, military, production, manufacturing or physical labor 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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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.

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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.

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