Machine Operator

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible spending

Health savings accounts

Life insurance

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Infertility assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking motivated Machine Operators with a passion for safety to join our team in Sheboygan, WI. You will operate the line with minimal supervision, perform basic maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and drive improvements to reduce waste while meeting production goals.

We offer a hourly wage with shift differentials and require flexibility to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post-high school education in manufacturing/industrial.
• Previous experience operating production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate line with minimal supervision, maintaining productivity, waste and quality targets.
• Perform basic asset care and routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production and reduce downtime.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors; work collaboratively to meet production goals.
• Assist in setup, operation, and monitoring of machinery according to procedures.

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is looking for motivated Machine Operators with a passion for safety to join our team in Sheboygan, WI!

Pay:

• $22.50-$25.00 per hour
• Shift differential: $3/hour while working on 2nd or 3rd shift!

Hours:

• 1st shift: 6am-2pm
• 2nd shift: 2pm-10pm
• 3rd shift: 10pm-6am (Sunday start)

Shift:

• Not guaranteed, so you must be flexible and available to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Physical Location

1927 Erie Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081

What You Will Do

• Perform necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision while maintaining facility standards in productivity, waste, and quality standards.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments; operates in line systems with minimal supervision.
• Consistently look for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.
• Drive safety excellence through promoting employee involvement, ownership, and accountability.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets.
• Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production.
• Work closely with machine operators and other team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Proactively prep orders by ensuring all necessary materials and components are ready for use in the production process.
• Assist in the setup, operation, and monitoring of machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Provide training, direction and support to team members.
• Understand key metrics and production goals.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post-high school education in manufacturing/industrial.
• Previous experience operating production machinery.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device.
• Experience working in the corrugated packaging industry.
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing, military, or industrial environment.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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.

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.