Converting Technician - 12-Hour Shift, Industrial Plant

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific's Muskogee, OK facility is hiring a Converting Technician to operate converting production lines safely and efficiently, meeting production, quality, and waste targets. You will monitor line performance, adjust within procedures, and support basic equipment care to maintain reliability.

The role requires working a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork on a large, active site.”

Qualifications

• 1+ year manufacturing/industrial experience or post‑high school education in a manufacturing/industrial program.
• 3+ years operating, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• 3+ years using computerized machinery in a production environment.
• Experience working in a pulp/paper/mill or with converting equipment.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate converting production lines safely and efficiently to meet production, quality, and waste targets.
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality; adjust within standard procedures (SPs).
• Perform Operator Basic Care (OBC) tasks including cleaning, inspection, and lubrication to sustain reliability.
• Identify and elevate equipment or process issues; assist with basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Support changeovers, startups, and shutdowns for smooth transitions between products.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in line with 5S and housekeeping expectations.
• Work collaboratively with team members, maintenance, and leadership to meet daily goals.
• Safely operate and maneuver mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, clamp trucks).
• Follow safety policies, PPE use, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for up to 12 hours in a loud environment.
• Communicate effectively during shift handoffs and meetings.

Skills

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Georgia-Pacific's Muskogee, OK facility is hiring a Converting Technician to operate converting production lines safely and efficiently, meeting production, quality, and waste targets. You will monitor line performance, adjust within procedures, and support basic equipment care to maintain reliability.

The role requires working a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork on a large, active site.”