Machine Operator

Georgia Pacific; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Sheboygan, WI is seeking motivated Machine Operators who value safety to join our team. You will operate the production line, perform minor repairs, and continuously seek improvements to reduce waste and boost output.

You’ll work across shifts, including potential overtime and weekends, with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. Training and support for staff development are provided as part of daily operations.

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 the line with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity, waste and quality standards.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments; operate in line systems with minimal supervision.
• Look for improvements to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards.
• Promote safety through employee involvement, ownership and accountability.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets.
• Monitor and/or input data into computer control systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and keep work area clean.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies.

Skills

Operating production machinery

Computer/ tablet experience

Education

Post-high school education in manufacturing/industrial

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; operate 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.

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, 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.

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.