General Labor

International Paper; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 28,310 - 40,321; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program

Medical & Dental

Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a General Laborer in Carson, CA, offering a pay rate of $24.91. The position requires a safety-first mindset, the ability to work various shifts, and physical tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include counting products, operating machinery, conducting quality inspections, and ensuring workspace cleanliness. Benefits such as paid time off, retirement plans, and medical insurance are included.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks safely according to company rules.
• Count and stack finished product.
• Read factory orders accurately.
• Safely operate necessary machinery.
• Use basic shop math while inspecting product.
• Complete quality inspections and document checks.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area during production.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Ability to work with a safety first mindset

Must be 18 years or older

Previous work in a manufacturing environment

Able to read, write, and speak English

Able to perform physical, hands‑on tasks

Willingness to learn production processes

Teamwork in a fast‑paced environment

Organizing skills

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: General Labor

Pay Rate: $24.91

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time and could be assigned to any shift. 1st: 7am – 3pm, 2nd: 3pm – 11pm, 3rd: 11pm – 7am. Must be able to work overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Physical Location: Carson Container, 1350 E. 223rd Street, Carson, CA 90745

The Job You Will Perform

• Perform all tasks safely in accordance with company rules and facility guidelines
• Counting and stacking finished product
• Reading factory orders
• Safely operate necessary areas of machinery
• Utilizing basic shop math while inspecting product (accurately reading tape measure, gauges, and other testing equipment)
• Effectively be able to follow directions to complete quality inspections and administrative document checks with accuracy
• Ensure proper housekeeping of the work area is clean, organized, and maintained especially during production downtimes. This will include the following clean-up functions: blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, as well as picking up and shredding scrap.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

The Skills You Will Bring

• Ability to work with a safety first mindset and actively participate in the IP safety culture
• Must be 18 years or older
• Previous work in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Able to perform physical, hands‑on tasks in various departments
• Able to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays if necessary
• Willingness to learn production processes
• Able to work in a team setting with a fast‑paced environment
• Organizing skills, basic math skills, comprehension skills, and safety observations
• Able to effectively communicate with the team, production supervisors, and maintenance crew

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well‑being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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