Machine Operator - Packerland Mill

Georgia Pacific; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package starting after 1

Two weeks vacation prorated

11 Paid Holidays

48 Hours of PTO

Annual bonus potential

Advancement opportunities

Safety-conscious environment

Overtime opportunities

And so much more!

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Green Bay, WI is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team. This role requires attention to detail and a collaborative approach in a rotating 12-hour shift schedule. Starting pay is $24–$26 per hour, with a $3.00 per hour night shift premium.

Benefits begin the first of the month after start date, including vacation, holidays, PTO, and potential for annual bonus. You will operate a flexographic printing process and perform quality inspections in a safety-focused paper mill

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
• Speak, read, and write English.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts including days, nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate the printing press safely while managing multiple tasks.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Set print targets and maintain quality according to specifications.
• Inspect print quality and adjust parameters as needed.
• Retrieve samples for quality inspections.
• Record data per standards for Quality, Productivity and Waste.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Provide feedback to supervisor on asset maintenance.

Skills

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Printing press

Flexographic press

Ink handling tools

Job description

Your Job

Our Georgia-Pacific, Packerland location is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as a Machine Operator in Green Bay, WI. A successful candidate will be detail-oriented and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Machine Operators will work a rotating 12-hour shift that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime hours. The starting rate of pay ranges from $24-26/HR and will be determined based on experience and knowledge. A $3.00/hour shift premium will be paid out for all night-shift hours worked (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM).

Additional Benefits to consider:

• Full benefits package that begins the first of the month following the start date


• Two (2) weeks of vacation prorated for the first year


• 11 Paid Holidays each calendar year


• 48 Hours of PTO (1-yr waiting period until PTO is earned and will be pro-rated during the first year of eligibility)


• Annual bonus potential


• Opportunities to advance based on capability, not seniority


• Work in a progressive, safety-conscious work environment


• Overtime opportunities


• And so much more!

Our Team

The Green Bay Packerland Mill manufactures and distributes leading commercial and retail brands of paper products (bath tissue, napkins, and towels). Every day, GP employees and products help maintain a strong, stable economy in Northeastern Wisconsin.

We do more than just make paper. Check out this video to see for yourself: Come Inside a GP Paper Mill |Georgia‑Pacific (youtube.com)

What You Will Do

• Time management and organization skills.


• Safely operate the printing press while simultaneously managing multiple tasks.


• Work in a fast-paced environment.


• Set print and match a specified print target.


• Continually inspect print quality and perform the necessary adjustments to maintain the design specifications: print registration, color, overall print appearance and various other quality requirements


• Retrieve physical print samples for quality inspections


• Perform ink maintenance to achieve accurate color and performance of the ink system (monitoring ink viscosity and pH levels)


• Clean print plates, plate cylinders, impression rolls and idler rolls


• Utilize computer system to monitor and order raw material inventory for the asset


• Record accurate data per set standards for Quality, Productivity and Waste.


• Perform light maintenance on asset and provide detailed feedback to supervisor and/or shift leader.


• Lift up to 50 pounds


• Job duties may include inline converting of printed materials

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience using a computer, tablet, OR smartphone


• Speak, read, and write English

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with flexographic anilox function and maintenance


• Experience maintaining ink chambers through replacement of doctor blades, containment blades and end seals


• One year or more experience working with a flexographic print press

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

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, aqui, or tu).