Mill Production Operator — 12‑Hour Shifts + Overtime

Clearwater Paper; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clearwater Paper Augusta Mill is seeking an entry-level Production Laborer to operate mill production equipment, perform housekeeping, read tape measures, and follow SOPs to ensure high-quality paperboard products. This role supports a safety-first culture and adherence to standard procedures across shifts.

You may be assigned to 12-hour day or night shifts with rotating weekends, long-term overtime, and opportunities to gain hands-on experience with equipment and process optimization in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Basic mechanical ability to adjust equipment to maximize production and ensure quality.
• Crane or hoist experience.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs frequently, up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and monitor quality.
• Maintain documentation of rounds and SOPs.
• Communicate with shift operators on quality and production concerns.
• Maintain a safe work environment for self and others.
• Move supplies using forklift or Bobcat and assist with housekeeping tasks.
• Read gauges, tape measures, and other test equipment to ensure product quality.

Skills

Safety mindset

Quality focus

Problem solving

Manufacturing basics

Mechanical aptitude

Crane experience

Hand tools

Teamwork

Self-driven

Industrial experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Bobcat operation

Job description

The Clearwater Paper Augusta Mill is seeking an entry-level Production Laborer to operate mill production equipment, perform housekeeping, read tape measures, and follow SOPs to ensure high-quality paperboard products. This role supports a safety-first culture and adherence to standard procedures across shifts.

You may be assigned to 12-hour day or night shifts with rotating weekends, long-term overtime, and opportunities to gain hands-on experience with equipment and process optimization in a