Entry Level Operator

Port Townsend Paper Corporation; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage starting at $0

Overtime opportunities

Health care plan

Retirement plan

Vacation time 2–5 weeks

10 paid holidays

Free on-site parking

Union represented position

Job summary

Port Townsend Paper Corporation in Port Townsend, WA is hiring an Entry Level Operator. This full-time role involves working 12-hour shifts (day and night) handling digesters, fiber cleaning, power and recovery tasks, and paper machine duties.

Training is provided, and no prior experience is required beyond a high school diploma or GED. Physical demands include lifting up to 40 pounds and working in hot, dusty, or cold environments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Digesters – loading pressure vessels with wood chips and tightening digester lids.
• Fiber Supply – clean-up of dust/bark/chips; operate a CAT loader and skid steer.
• Power & Recovery – clean-up of dust/bark, unplugging conveyor chutes, operate boiler valves and skid steer.
• Paper Machines – clear paper from under machines; keep areas clean and orderly; inspect felt guides and ropes.
• Shipping – operate forklift safely.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

CAT loader

Skid steer

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CAT loader

Skid steer

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Port Townsend Paper Company - Port Townsend, WA 98368, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $26.87 - $26.87 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Manufacturing, The Position

The Port Townsend Paper Mill currently has an opening for an Entry Level Operator based out of our location in Port Townsend, Washington.

About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)

The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill is proud to have been in continuous operation for more than 90 years. We use a blend of virgin and recycled fibers (Kraft and OCC pulp) to produce Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Digesters – Loading pressure vessels with wood chips. Includes using a large wrench to tighten digester lids, moving/rodding hoppers to ensure flow of wood chips and clean-up of dust.
• Fiber Supply – Clean-up of dust/bark/chips. Operation of 988 CAT loader and skid steere.
• Power & Recovery – Clean-up of dust/bark, unplugging conveyor chutes, operating boiler valves, operating skid steere.
• Paper Machines – Clear paper from under machines; keep areas clean and orderly; inspect and keep clear felt guide paddles and ropes in the basement.
• Shipping- Ability to operate forklift safely.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to be trained and act as a competent relief for two jobs up the ladder in each of the departments within a specified training period.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to Lift and carry 40 pounds.
• Stand, walk up to 12 hours per day, including carrying items on flat ground or up and down stairs; pushing; pulling; squatting; crouching; bending or stooping; crawling; kneeling; shoveling; sweeping; climbing stairs and ladders; and/or repetitive reaching or other repetitive hand use in any and all-weather conditions (sun, rain, sleet, snow).
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Enter and work in confined spaces both walking and crawling.
• Must be able to wear respirators and breathing apparatus.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 18 years old and over; no experience required; ability to pass the mill physical capacities test and drug screening; capable of being trained for Emergency Response.

Work Schedule and Environment

• Steam, dust, mists, noise, odors, and temperature extremes.
• Working in high places and confined spaces.
• Sharp instruments, moving equipment.
• Environment is hot and dusty and/or cold and damp, depending on assigned area.
• Shifts are 12 hours in duration (5am or 5pm start). 2 day shifts (5am to 5pm), 2 night shifts (5pm to 5am) followed by four days off (8 day rotation), not including any additional overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $26.87/hour.
• Afternoon and graveyard shift differentials.
• A comprehensive health care plan including prescription, vision care, life insurance, and dental plan.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• An exceptional retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
• 2-5 weeks of vacations, pending years of service.
• 10 paid holidays, per year.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity for overtime.
• Union represented position.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and ongoing drug testing, as this is a safety-sensitive position.
• Proof of authorization to work in the United States is required at hire.

Port Townsend Paper Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug-free workplace.