Plywood Production Operator- Prosperity

Georgia Pacific; Prosperity (SC); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

A leading building products manufacturer in Prosperity, SC is seeking Production Operators for their plywood mills. The role entails operating production equipment and adhering to safety guidelines in a physically demanding environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing and the ability to work various shifts. Starting wages are $20/hour with an additional shift differential. This position aims at contributing to a team that prioritizes safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work any hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clean up, operation, and maintenance of production equipment.
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines.
• Work cooperatively and ergonomically to meet production goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Education

Post high school education in manufacturing/industrial

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific, Building Products, is seeking Production Operators for our plywood mills in Prosperity, SC. If you thrive in a team environment, then this may be the job for you! Successful candidates must be able to work any hours, to include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Starting wages are $20/ hour!! Shift differential $2/ hour.

This is a night shift opportunity working 12 hour shifts.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific in Prosperity, SC manufactures pine plywood panels, siding, and lumber that is ideal for residential and light commercial construction. GP employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com. Our Georgia-Pacific Prosperity, SC facility is a Tobacco Free Workplace.

What You Will Do

• Assist in clean up, operation, and maintenance of production equipment; including but not limited to: machine operation, and forklift operation
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures while proactively seeking out potential safety hazards, including wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting (50lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours/day in a loud/noisy, hot, humid, dusty, greasy and high-volume environment
• Use a computer or tablet
• Work in a non-climate controlled mill, with temperatures that can be higher in the summer and lower in the winter
• Read and comprehend written instructions as required to complete assigned tasks
• Work as a team to meet safety, production, and quality goals
• Work cooperatively and productively with supervisors, co-workers, and other associates to complete tasks
• Troubleshoot problems with proven results that make a positive impact to the business

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post high school education in manufacturing/industrial

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) years or more of experience in a manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry, mechanical, or construction environment
• Experience driving and operating a forklift
• Experience working in wood products

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.

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).