Entry-Level Paper Mill Laborer — Growth & DoubleTime Sundays

Mativ; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 50,460 - 68,267; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

CDHP

PPO

EPO

Company-paid life insurance

Paid vacation and personal time off

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance programs

Wellness and Work Life Support

Job summary

Mativ is hiring a Laborer in Whiting, WI to support multiple departments in the mill. The role involves operating equipment, threading machines, and moving rolls while following safety procedures.

Entry‑level opportunity with potential for advancement; includes rotating shifts, Sundays and holidays at double time per the contract, and comprehensive benefits. Training will occur onsite to prepare for broader paper manufacturing tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical capabilities test, pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and a background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and promote a safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively in team-based and self-directed settings.
• Assist in the paper-making process by performing tasks such as preparing stock for use, threading paper machines and winders, operating overhead cranes, transporting rolls using powered industrial vehicles, loading and unloading paper in production areas, and moving finished product to the shipping department.

Skills

PIV certification

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Powered industrial vehicles (PIV)

Overhead cranes

Paper machines

Job description

Mativ is hiring a Laborer in Whiting, WI to support multiple departments in the mill. The role involves operating equipment, threading machines, and moving rolls while following safety procedures.

Entry‑level opportunity with potential for advancement; includes rotating shifts, Sundays and holidays at double time per the contract, and comprehensive benefits. Training will occur onsite to prepare for broader paper manufacturing tasks.