Eastman - Palletizer Operator

Mondi plc; Eastman, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision, life ins

PTO

12 paid holidays

Monthly incentive bonuses

401k Retirement Savings Plan

An empowering environment

Training opportunities (e.g. Mondi Aca

Job summary

Mondi is seeking a manufacturing associate in the United States to operate pallet equipment, move materials, and support production workflows. The role requires safe operation of forklifts and adherence to procedures in a packaging and paper environment.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, maintaining clean work areas, and communicating any quality concerns to supervision. The position also involves overtime, rotating shifts, and potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts and handheld material handling tools.
• Comfort with shift work, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet inverter and palletizer safely and check schedule and materials.
• Move material to/from storage, machines, and finished goods areas.
• Operate forklift to transport materials within the facility.
• Load, transport, unload and stack materials per procedures.
• Perform housekeeping and keep work area clean.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading labels and work orders

Team communication

Reading computer screens

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

Hand truck

Drum dolly

Job description

Your Mission

• Operate pallet inverter, automatic palletizer safely. Check inventory, locations, WIP and production schedule to accurately retrieve material from the job packet pick lists.
• Safely move material to and from storage, machines and finished goods areas.
• Operate forklift to transport materials to and from storate areas, workstations, and within other areas of assignment..
• Load, transport, unload and stack materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties in work area, including sweeping, mopping, picking up, and disposing of trash.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with all levels of employees and management.
• Communicate non-compliance and/or quality problems to supervisor.
• Ability to read and understand material labels and work orders.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety rules and requirements.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with forklift training.

Your Profile

• Valid U.S. Driver’s license required
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Work schedules are normally 8 or 12 hours
• May be scheduled for rotating days off
• Must be able to work any scheduled times, including overnight and weekend shifts
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, including extra hours on short notice
• Standing for extended periods
• Must be able to complete assigned task during shift and meet reasonable expectations
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements
• Climbing ladders and/or stairways
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. repeatedly and up to 50 lbs. frequently for up to 12 hours
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
• Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (including but not limited to steel toe shoes, earplugs, safety glasses, hairnet and beard net, if applicable)
• Ability to use hand truck, drum dolly, and electric pallet jack as needed
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts

We Offer

• Benefits first of the month following date of hire - full medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• PTO
• 12 paid holidays
• Monthly Incentive Bonuses
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• An interesting job within the packaging & paper industry
• To be part of a successful multicultural company
• An empowering environment
• Training opportunities (e.g. The Mondi Academy

Get in touch:

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information, please contact Nancy Audrey Spiresvia email.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity.

We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in.

We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.