3rd shift 5166 Jumbo Machine Operator

International Paper; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k Matching

Medical & Dental

Education & Development

Life Insurance

Job summary

International Paper in Griffin, GA is seeking a production operator to support packaging and printing operations. You will follow safety procedures, keep work area clean, monitor machines, ensure quality checks, and assist the crew during shifts.

This role offers benefits including PTO, 401k matching, medical and dental coverage, education and development opportunities, and life insurance. Apply by 09/10/2026.

Qualifications

• Follow safety and quality procedures.
• Assist crew and maintain a clean work area.

Responsibilities

• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Check MDC system at start, middle, and end of each order.
• Support box production, stacking and bundling as needed.
• Perform quality inspections and ensure proper glue/ink flow.

Job description

Make sure all safety devices are in place and working properly.

Use center-line on set-up at all times.

Raise pre-feeder up and run back.

Zero machine, open machine, and lock out; start wash up.

Set anilox rolls to zero. Pull old print dies.

Check flow card, print card, construction card and print die number.

• Set calibration and registrations from center line sheet.

Help crew members if necessary. Close machine. Ink machine.

Run box through to check all dimensions. Set stacker and bundler for upcoming order.

Keep sheets picked up on stacker or feeder while running order.

Use the run procedures to assure machine run is performed correctly.

Start-up machine.

Control the machine speed to produce a quality product at a maximum level of output.

Check bundle count on first handful as it leaves the C/E.

Check to make sure that boxes are being glued properly.

Check stacking plan, load tags, and unit count on first load.

Perform all QMS checks.

At start up, set aside two bundles of quality boxes to use as replacement boxes for defects.

Pull all defectives found during inspection and replace with good box from bundles set aside.

Confirm that final count matches bundle spec. (Replace same number as defects pulled)

Count scrap boxes to confirm equal # of replacements. If this number is incorrect, add difference to final unit.

Check and fold up at least one box per unit. Check and maintain constant ink and glue flow.

Watch for and react to jam-ups. Stack all bad sheets for reuse; waste to scrap cart.

Keep work area neat and clean. Inform supervisor of any downtime.

Use downtime to clean your work area.

Check to make sure the MDC system is operating correctly during the beginning, middle, and end of each order.

• Applicants must be willing to work alternate shifts, weekends, and daily overtime as required.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

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 and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, 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 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.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Job Info

• Job Identification 2003715
• Job Category Production/Facility
• Posting Date 08/20/2026, 06:52 PM
• Apply Before 09/10/2026, 12:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 330 Hudson Rd, Griffin, GA, 30224, US