ENTRY-LEVEL - Production Operator - Newington, NH

Georgia Pacific; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum is seeking Production Operators for our Newington, NH facility. You will operate equipment to meet product specifications, monitor computer control systems, and assist in safe, efficient production.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a starting pay of $27.00/hour with additional night differential. The role requires working 12-hour shifts, including nights, with weekends and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of work experience.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts in a loud, hot environment.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specs.
• Monitor and enter data into control systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production.
• Perform basic asset care and routine maintenance.
• Work as a team to meet production, quality, safety goals.
• Operate around forklifts and heavy equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Basic computer literacy

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Post high school education in manufacturing/industrial

Tools

Forklift operation

HMI/SCADA experience

Computer/Tablet use

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum is seeking motivated and safety-oriented individuals to join our team as Production Operators at our Newington, NH facility.

This position creates value by supporting our operations team in the continuous manufacturing our of wallboard product. If you enjoy hands‑on work where you can make a direct impact to your company and community, enjoy being part of a team of a team that works safely, produces a quality product, and provides ongoing learning opportunities, this may be the opportunity for you!

Compensation

• Starts at $27.00/hour and up depending on your level of experience
• Night shift differential - $1.50-$2.00/hour

Schedule

• This position operates on 12-hour straight shifts
• We are currently hiring for night shift: 6:00pm-6:30am
• Our schedules do include weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.

Working Location:

170 Shattuck Way

Newington, NH 03801

What You Will Do

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment that ranges from forklifts to heavy equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment
• Work in an industrial environment that is hot, humid, and noisy. Work around dust grease, oil and other chemical substances. This is a non-climate-controlled facility, meaning temperatures can be very high in the summer, and cold in the winter.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• At least 1 year of work experience

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post high school education in manufacturing/industrial
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
• Experience troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing setting
• Experience operating a heavy load forklift

Our Team

The Newington Gypsum facility employs approximately 130 individuals in supporting Georgia‑Pacific as one of the nation’s leading gypsum board manufacturers. Georgia‑Pacific’s building product business is consistently amongst the nation’s top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers. Our employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit http:www.buildgp.com.

Georgia‑Pacific offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, 401(k), accident and sickness, paid holidays and vacations, as well as overtime opportunities.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper‑based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia‑Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).