IP Hourly Production Associate

International Paper Company; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 28,708 - 40,887; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable packaging is seeking an IP Hourly Manufacturing/Production Associate in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The role entails safely operating machinery and ensuring product quality in a team-oriented environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, with at least one year of manufacturing experience. This hourly full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the corrugated industry is a plus.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating machinery and ensuring quality of products.
• Setting up orders and utilizing basic shop math.
• Reading and completing quality and administrative checks.

Skills

Ability to operate machinery

Teamwork

Stable work history

Good attendance record

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

IP Hourly Manufacturing/Production Associate

Pay Rate: Starting at $25.26

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (12 Hour Night Shift 24/7 Rotating Schedule)

Physical Location: Bowling Green Box Facility

270.783.3642

The Job You Will Perform

• Safely operating machinery
• The ability to practice housekeeping
• Reading Factory orders
• Setting up orders, which may include carrying tooling (i.e. ink buckets, printing dies and cutting dies) to machine centers
• Utilizing basic shop math such as accurately reading tape measures, gauges and other testing equipment.
• Consistent quality and count of inspection of product
• Accurately completing quality and administrative document checks to ensure specific directions are followed.

Candidates must have availability to work overtime as needed.

The Skills You Will Bring

• The ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation.
• The ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required. At least one year minimum of experience working in a manufacturing environment. Applicants must have a stable work history, good attendance record, positive attitude and a desire to produce quality work as part of a team. Experience in the corrugated industry is a plus.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build: Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make: We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 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. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].